Leyton Orient F.C.
Squad
Jay Simpson2014current
Jobi McAnuff2014current
Kevin Nolan2016current
Nicky Hunt2016current
Steven Alzatecurrent
Patrick O'Connell1915–1915- Dave Sexton1956–1957
Eddie Baily1958–1960
Peter Brabrook1968–1971- Glenn Roeder1973–1978
Laurie Cunningham1974–1977- Stan Bowles1980–1981
- Kevin Campbell1989–1989
- Justin Fashanu1990–1990
Chris Wilder1992–1992- Glenn Roeder1992–1992
Alvin Martin1996–1997
Peter Shilton1996–1997
Dean Smith1997–2003
Ray Wilkins1997–1997
Steve Hodge1997–1998
Nicky Shorey1999–2001
Richard Garcia2000–2000
Gabriel Zakuani2003–2006
Michael Turner2003–2003
Charlie Daniels2007–2008
Gary Hooper2007–2007
Sebastián romero2008–2009
Simon Dawkins2008–2009
Andros Townsend2009–2009- Charlie Daniels2009–2012
Simon Church2009–2009
Eric Lichaj2010–2010
Matthew Briggs2010–2010
Paul-Jose M'Poku2010–2011
Ben Alnwick2011–2011
Harry Kane2011–2011
Tom Carroll2011–2011
Syam Ben Youssef2012–2012
Adam Legzdins2014–2015
Andrea Dossena2014–2015- Ben Alnwick2014–2014
Eldin Jakupović2014–2014
John Lundstram2014–2014
Shane Lowry2014–2015- John Lundstram2015–2015
Leyton Orient F.C. is a professional football club based in Leyton, London, England.
The club competes in EFL League One, the third tier of English football.
Leyton Orient was formed in 1881 and has undergone several name changes, including Clapton Orient in 1898.
Biography
Formation
Leyton Orient Football Club, commonly known as Orient, was established in 1881 by members of the Glyn Cricket Club, many of whom were former students of the Independent College in Homerton. Initially named Eagle Cricket Club in 1886, the club adopted the name Orient in 1888, inspired by player Jack R Dearing's connection to the Orient Steam Navigation Company. This name change aimed to evoke a sense of mystique while reflecting the club's location in the east end of London. In 1898, the club was renamed Clapton Orient to represent its geographical area, although it faced competition from another team named Clapton F.C.
Historical Significance
Before their relegation in 2017, Leyton Orient was the second-oldest league club in London, following Fulham, and the 24th oldest club still active in the Football League. They joined the Football League in 1905, having previously played in the Second Division of the Southern Federation's League in 1904. The club's early players, such as Herbert Kingaby, earned modest wages, reflecting the amateur nature of the sport at the time.
Achievements
Leyton Orient has a rich history of competitive success, with notable achievements including being runners-up in the Second Division during the 1961-62 season and winning the Third Division South in 1955-56 and 1969-70. More recently, they claimed the Fourth Division title in the 2022-23 season and were champions of the National League in 2018-19. The club has also had success in cup competitions, reaching the FA Trophy final in 2018-19 and winning the London Challenge Cup multiple times.
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Career & Clubs
Formation and name (1881–1914)
Leyton Orient were originally formed by members of the Glyn Cricket Club in 1881, many of whom were former students of the Independent College, Homerton in nearby Hackney (now Homerton College in Cambridge); an annual fixture is still held between the club and the college. The team has had several name changes since, first as Eagle Cricket Club in 1886, then as Orient Football Club in 1888. The choice of the name Orient came about at the behest of a player, Jack R Dearing, who was an employee of the Orient Steam Navigation Company, later part of P&O. It was suggested that the name would bring an air of mystique to the club, while also referencing their location in the 'east' end of London. The club's name was changed again to Clapton Orient in 1898 to represent the area of London in which they played, though there was another team called Clapton F.C. Before their relegation in 2017, the O's were the second-oldest league club in London behind Fulham and were the 24th oldest club currently playing in the Football League. Following Fulham's promotion to the Premier League they became the oldest London club playing in the Football League. They played in the Second Division of the Southern Federation's League in 1904, joining the Football League in 1905. By this time players such as part-time outside right, Herbert Kingaby could earn £2 4s (2012: £161) per week – payment being somewhat sporadic. The name Leyton Orient was adopted following…
- League
- EFL League One
Legacy
Source: League
Second Division (level 2) Runners-up: 1961–62 Third Division South / Third Division (level 3) Champions: 1955–56, 1969–70 Fourth Division / League Two (level 4) Champions: 2022–23 Promoted: 2005–06 Play-off winners: 1989 National League (level 5) Champions: 2018–19 Cup
FA Trophy Runners-up: 2018–19 Anglo-Scottish Cup Runners-up: 1976–77 London Challenge Cup Winners: 1912, 1972, 1973, 1993 Dubonnet Cup Winners: 1911
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Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Leyton Orient Football Club, commonly referred to as Orient, is a professional association football club based in Leyton, Waltham Forest, London, England. The team compete in EFL League One, the third level of the English football league system.
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