The Invincibles (English football)
In English football, "The Invincibles" is a nickname used to refer to the Preston North End team of the 1888–89 season, managed by William Sudell, and the Arsenal team of the 2003–04 season managed by Arsène Wenger. Preston North End earned the nickname after completing an entire season undefeated in league and cup competition, while Arsenal were undefeated in the league in a run that stretched to a record 49 games. The actual nickname of the Preston team was the "Old Invincibles" but both versions have been in use although Arsenal is the only team to ever finish a 38 match season undefeated.
The 1888–89 season was Preston North End's first season in the Football League (and the first edition of the championship); they went on to claim the league and FA Cup double without being defeated, which earned the squad legendary status.
After Arsenal became the only team to finish a 38-match season unbeaten, the Premier League commissioned a unique gold trophy to commemorate the achievement. Arsène Wenger was presented the trophy as a parting gift from the club after his last home game as manager on 6 May 2018.
Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira presented with the trophy at Highbury on the final day of the season.
Preston North End Football Club, commonly referred to as Preston, North End or PNE, is a professional association football club in Preston, Lancashire, England. They currently play in the EFL Championship, the second level of the English football league system.
illustration of the 1888–89 Preston North End, the first Football League champions, subsequently doing 'The Double
Under David Moyes, Preston were Division Two champions in 2000, and narrowly missed out on promotion to the Premier League the following season.
Deepdale stadium
The Splash commemorates Preston legend Tom Finney.
