From cannon, birds to animals: The story behind Premier League club badges
Discover the story behind Premier League club badges, from Arsenal’s cannon and Chelsea’s lion to the symbols on the crests of other top teams. Read More: https://punchng.com/from-cannon-birds-to-animals-the-story-behind-premier-league-club-badges/
Premier League club badges tell tales of history and identity. Arsenal's cannon symbolizes the club's munitions workers' roots in Woolwich, while Aston Villa's Scottish lion honors former chairman William McGregor. Bournemouth's silhouette represents striker Dickie Dowsett, who redesigned the crest in 1972. Brentford's bee echoes the club's nickname, the Bees, while Brighton's seagull reflects the team's former Dolphins nickname and adoption of "Seagulls" fans.
Chelsea's lion honors the historic coat of arms of Chelsea's former Metropolitan Borough, the castle symbolizes Coventry, and the phoenix represents Coventry's post-war rebirth. Crystal Palace's eagle honors the historic Crystal Palace exhibition building, and Everton's tower, laurel wreaths, and motto symbolize victory and the club's pursuit of excellence.
Fulham's minimalist badge displays the letters "F" and "U," representing the club's founding location in Fulham.
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