
Statement of Collaboration with Wanderers
https://wanderersafc.co.uk/https://instagram.com/wanderersafcWe’re excited and honoured to partner with Wanderers AFC, a club with one of the greatest historical stories behind it and a bright future ahead! This collaboration is a milestone on many levels: a new way to raise funds for grassroots football with collectible cards, and Home Team Heroes expanding to England. The dedication of Wanderers AFC’s staff is truly inspiring, and their hard work is sure to yield remarkable results in the future. Together, we share a common goal of combining the love of football with meaningful action, empowering communities, and celebrating the spirit of the beautiful game.
Wanderers FC: A Legendary Journey Through Time
Origins and Early Dominance (1859–1887)
Wanderers Football Club was founded in 1859 by Old Harrovians and became one of the pioneers of association football. Originally an amateur club, Wanderers gained fame as a dominant force in early English football. They were five-time FA Cup winners (1872, 1873, 1876, 1877, and 1878), with the first-ever FA Cup final victory in 1872 against the Royal Engineers. The club embodied the "wandering" spirit, with no fixed home ground, and many of its players were former public schoolboys. However, as football professionalized, Wanderers struggled to compete and eventually disbanded in 1887.
Revival and Modern Era (2009–2025)
After over a century of dormancy, the club was revived in 2009 as an amateur team, embracing its historical legacy while competing in London’s grassroots leagues. The reborn Wanderers FC took part in the Surrey South Eastern Combination League and later expanded into women's football. Wanderers FC continues to thrive as a community-focused club, honoring its heritage as one of England’s oldest football institutions. While they no longer compete at the highest level, their name remains legendary in football history.
Looking Ahead!
In 2025, Wanderers FC enters an exciting new chapter with a newly announced club officers. With fresh leadership and renewed ambition, there’s definitely something exciting cooking for the future of Wanderers! The next chapters of the journey are yet to be written.