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When were Fulham founded?

Fulham FC was founded in 1879 as Fulham St Andrew’s Church Sunday School FC, making it London’s oldest professional football club. Formed by worshippers at the Church of England on Star Road, West Kensington, the team originally served local boys.

What were they previously named?

St Andrew’s Cricket & Football Club (1879–1888): Founded by worshippers at the St Andrew’s Church Sunday School in West Kensington.
Fulham St Andrew’s Church Sunday School F.C. (1879–1888): Often referred to in this form during its earliest years.
Fulham Football Club (1888–present): The name was shortened to its present form in December 1888/January 1889.

Who are their local rivals?

Chelsea
Brentford
Queen’s Park Rangers

What nicknames have they had?

The Cottagers: This is the club’s primary nickname, derived from their famous home ground, Craven Cottage, which has been their home since 1896.
The Whites: This nickname refers to the team’s traditional home kit, which consists of white shirts and black shorts.
The Lilywhites: Sometimes used, this nickname also references the team’s white kit, similar to other teams like Preston North End and Tottenham Hotspur.
The Saints: This was the club’s original nickname during their earliest years, when they were known as Fulham St Andrew’s Church Sunday School F.C. (founded in 1879).

What home stadiums names have they had?

Before establishing themselves at Craven Cottage, Fulham used several locations, particularly in the West London area:
Star Road, Fulham (“The Mud Pond”) (1879–1883)
Lillie Road, Fulham (1883–1886)
Ranelagh House, Fulham (1886–1888)
Barn Elms Playing Fields, Barnes (1888–1889)
Parsons Green, Fulham (1889–1891)
Eel Brook Common (1891)
The Half Moon, Putney (1891–1895)
Captain James Field, West Brompton (1895–1896)