Northerners A.C.

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Northerners
GuernseyPriaulxLeagueClubNorthernersACcrest.png
Full nameNortherners Athletic Club
Founded1892
GroundNorthfield, Saint Sampson
League Priaulx League
2021-222nd/9
Website Club website

Northerners A.C. is a football club based on the Channel Island of Guernsey. They are affiliated to the Guernsey Football Association and play in the FNB Priaulx League.

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History

Formed in 1892, Northerners AC is the oldest club in Guernsey. Their 32 league championships also makes them the most successful club on the island. They won the Upton Park Trophy in 2012. [1]

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References

  1. "North crush Scots to take Upton". BBC Sport.

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