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Huddersfield Town – Interesting Facts

When were Huddersfield Town founded?

Huddersfield Town FC was founded on August 15, 1908. The club was officially registered as a limited company on that date following a meeting at the Albert Hotel, and they soon joined the North Eastern League before entering the Football League in 1910.

What were they previously named?

Huddersfield Town Association Football Club (Registered August 15, 1908)
Huddersfield Town Football Club (Registered on February 2, 2005).

Who are their local rivals?

Leeds United
Bradford City
Sheffield Wednesday
Oldham Athletic
Barnsley

What nicknames have they had?

The Terriers: Introduced by promotion manager Bill Brook for the 1969/70 season, this nickname and associated terrier crest symbolized the team’s spirit, partly inspired by the breed’s origins in the area.
The Town: Commonly used throughout the club’s history, often in the context of “The Town” against the opposition.
Scarlet Runners: An older nickname from the club’s early days, referencing the red kits worn before shifting to blue and white stripes.
Colnesiders: A historic nickname linked to their long-term stay at Leeds Road, situated near the River Colne.

What home stadiums names have they had?

Leeds Road (1908–1994)
Kirklees Stadium (1994–Present – General name for the structure)
Alfred McAlpine Stadium (1994–2004)
Galpharm Stadium (2004–2012)
John Smith’s Stadium (2012–2025)
Accu Stadium (2025–Present)

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