I never realised that Brighton only adopt its nickname relatively recently. Well recently considering the club was formed in 1901. For more than seven decades they were known by other nicknames. So why are Brighton called the Seagulls? Let’s step back to Christmas Eve 1975 and find out… Why Are Brighton Called The Seagulls? Brighton’s … Read more
The story of why Cardiff City are called the Bluebirds is a fascinating one. I am sure if you didn’t already know the answer, and I gave you 100 guesses to try figure out the reason behind it, you still wouldn’t guess. It is pretty obscure. And it is pretty interesting. So let’s go way … Read more
Sheffield is a city that holds a special place in my heart, and I have seen both clubs play numerous times. They have two contrasting nicknames. But do you know why Sheffield United are called the Blades? No? Well let’s find out… Why Are Sheffield United Called The Blades? Sheffield United’s nickname of the Blades … Read more
I worked in Rotherham for a year after finishing university in Sheffield in 2000. At the time Rotherham were definitely on the up under the stewardship of Ronnie Moore. When I left Sheffield and my job in Rotherham to return home to Kent in 2001, they had just been promoted to the second tier of … Read more
What do eagles and Crystal Palace have in common? Seemingly nothing. Why then are Crystal Palace called the Eagles? It is an interesting nickname and an interesting story behind it that is open to a certain amount of debate. So let’s find out more… Why Are Crystal Palace Called The Eagles? The reason Crystal Palace … Read more