Millwall

Their only spell in the English top flight. Memorable for the club and its fans, but limited impact beyond Millwall’s passionate support base. Finished 10th in the First Division in 1988–89 — an outstanding debut top-flight season. No silverware or extended success to back it up. Defined by their defiant "No one likes us" attitude. The Sheringham–Cascarino duo captured imaginations. Embodied gritty, unapologetic football. Topping the First Division early in the 1988–89 season. The rise of Teddy Sheringham. Packed crowds at The Den. But no lasting highlight moment beyond the club’s fans. It felt like Millwall had arrived. For a brief moment, they were mixing it with the elite — and on their own terms. A punchy underdog story laced with raw energy.