Chelsea Football Club is an English professional association football club based in Fulham, London, with the nickname “The Blues”. Chelsea was founded in 1905 and plays its home games at Stamford Bridge. Over the years, Chelsea have amassed an impressive collection of silverware, substantially boosting their trophy cabinet.
The Blues have built an impressive trophy cabinet filled with domestic league titles, major cup wins, and European glory. This guide breaks down every major trophy Chelsea has won, how many titles they own, and how they compare to rivals like Manchester United.
How Many Trophies Have Chelsea Won?
Chelsea has won over 30 major trophies across domestic, European, and international competitions. Chelsea’s success accelerated significantly in the modern era, especially from the mid-2000s onward.
Chelsea´s major honours include:
6 English league titles
8 FA Cups
5 League Cups
2 UEFA Champions League titles
| Competition | Titles |
|---|---|
| English League | 6 |
| FA Cup | 8 |
| League Cup | 5 |
| UEFA Champions League | 2 |
Chelsea Premier League Titles
Chelsea has won the English top-flight league six times. Their dominance during the 2000s and 2010s established them as one of the Premier League’s elite clubs.
| Manager | Season(s) | Titles Won |
|---|---|---|
| José Mourinho | 2004–05, 2005–06, 2014–15 | 3 |
| Carlo Ancelotti | 2009–10, 2021–22 | 2 |
| Antonio Conte | 2016–17 | 1 |
Chelsea FA Cup Wins
The Blues have lifted the FA Cup 8 times, making them one of the most successful clubs in the competition’s history.
FA Cup titles:
- 1970
- 1997
- 2000
- 2007
- 2009
- 2010
- 2012
- 2018
The London giant is also among the clubs with the most FA Cup final appearances.
Chelsea League Cup Titles
Chelsea have won the EFL Cup (League Cup) 5 times.
League Cup wins:
- 1965
- 1998
- 2005
- 2007
- 2015
Chelsea Champions League Titles
Chelsea has won the UEFA Champions League twice, cementing their place among Europe’s elite.
Champions League titles:
- 2012 – Defeated Bayern Munich on penalties
- 2021 – Defeated Manchester City 1–0
Both victories are considered historic moments in Chelsea’s trophy cabinet.
Chelsea Trophy Cabinet by Era
Early Years (1905–1996)
1 league title
Limited domestic success
Golden Era (1997–2012)
FA Cups, League Cups, and European trophies
Champions League breakthrough in 2012
Modern Era (2013–Present)
Europa League dominance
Second Champions League title
Continued European success despite domestic rebuilding
Chelsea’s ability to win trophies across different eras sets them apart from many rivals.
Chelsea vs Manchester United Trophy
Manchester United have won more trophies when compared. However, Chelsea have excelled in European competitions, reflecting their success on the continental stage in the modern era.
| Competition | Manchester United | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League / First Division | 20 | 6 |
| FA Cup | 12 | 8 |
| League Cup | 6 | 5 |
| UEFA Champions League | 3 | 2 |
| UEFA Europa League / UEFA Cup | 1 | 2 |
| FIFA Club World Cup / Intercontinental | 2 | 1 |
How many league titles have Chelsea won?
Chelsea have won the English top-flight league six times, with titles coming in 1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, and 2017.
How many Champions League trophies do Chelsea have?
The Blues have won the UEFA Champions League twice, in 2012 and 2021.
Which Chelsea manager won the most trophies?
José Mourinho is the most successful Chelsea manager, winning three Premier League titles and multiple domestic trophies across two spells at the club.
Are Chelsea more successful than Manchester United?
Manchester United have more league titles overall, but Chelsea has enjoyed greater European success in the modern era, winning multiple Champions League and Europa League trophies since 2012.
Chelsea’s trophy cabinet showcases the club’s remarkable success, making it a must-see record of every title the Blues have won
