In the world of football, few clubs have scaled the heights of silverware like Chelsea. Over decades of highs and lows, the Blues have amassed an impressive haul of trophies—domestic, European, and global. But how many trophies has Chelsea won in total? In this article, ShanyaKick will take you behind the numbers, exploring every major title in the Chelsea cabinet, uncovering milestones, and showing how the Blues’ trophy count compares to England’s elite.
The Meaning of “Trophy” and What We Count
Before we simply add up totals, it’s vital to clarify what we mean by “trophies.” Some fans count only major competitive honours (league titles, domestic cups, UEFA/World titles), while others include smaller or regional cups, minor trophies, and youth/academy silverware.
In this article we emphasize major competitive trophies — those recognized by governing bodies (FA, UEFA, FIFA) and those that define Chelsea’s legacy on the domestic and international stage. This excludes, for example, minor friendlies, pre-season cups, testimonial matches, or youth-level titles (unless explicitly stated).
With that in mind, the count we will arrive at is aligned with official sources and reputable football databases.
Chelsea’s Domestic Trophy Collection
Chelsea’s domestic silverware forms the backbone of their status in English football. Let’s break them down by competition:
| Competition | Number of Titles | Notable Years / Context |
| First-Division / Premier League | 6 | 1954-55; then modern era: 2004-05, 2005-06, 2009-10, 2014-15, 2016-17 |
| FA Cup | 8 | Triumphs include 1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018 |
| League Cup / EFL Cup (Carabao Cup etc.) | 5 | Wins in 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015 |
| FA Community Shield / English Super Cup / Charity Shield | 4 | The club has lifted the English super-cup style trophy in 1955–56, 2000–01, 2005–06, 2009–10 |
| Second-Tier Championship (when relegated / promotion) | 2 | Titles in 1983–84 and 1988–89 when they competed in the second division |
If we sum those domestic “major” trophies, Chelsea have 25 domestic titles / honours (league, cups, super cups) in that core sense.
That aligns with lists of English clubs by honours, where Chelsea’s domestic trophy count is often shown as 25 (in FA/EFL competitions) in comparison charts of English clubs by competitive honours.
European & Global Trophies (UEFA / FIFA)
Chelsea’s rise. Let’s walk through each international honour:
Major UEFA / FIFA Titles
- UEFA Champions League: 2
- 2011–12, 2020–21
- UEFA Europa League: 2
- 2012–13, 2018–19
- UEFA Europa / UEFA Conference League: 1
- 2024–25 victory in the UEFA Conference League (the renamed tertiary European competition)
- UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup (defunct): 2
- 1970–71, 1997–98
- UEFA Super Cup: 2
- 1998, 2021
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2
- 2025 win over PSG (3-0) marks their second Club World Cup title
When tallied, these amount to 11 major international trophies (UEFA + FIFA) in the men’s senior category.
Chelsea’s European haul also earns a special distinction: in 2025, by winning the Conference League, they became the first club in Europe to win all four major UEFA club competitions (Champions League, Europa League, Cup Winners’ Cup, Conference League) at least once each.
Total Major Trophies: Chelsea’s Final Count
Add up the domestic and international totals:
- Domestic major honours (league, cups, super cups): ~ 25
- International / UEFA / FIFA major honours: 11
That gives 36 major competitive trophies in Chelsea’s history as of mid-2025.
This tally is supported by reputable databases: for example, a football honours site lists Chelsea as having 36 titles in total (BeSoccer honours list).
One nuance: some sources exclude super cups or lower-tier trophies; others count only “major” ones. But by the standard widely accepted today, 36 is a strong and defensible total.
Chelsea’s Official site also confirms a rich trophy cabinet, stating that “in major domestic and European honours, our men’s team have won it all.”
Thus, the frequently quoted headline answer:
Chelsea have won 36 major trophies.
Milestones, Records & Context
First and Recent Trophy
- The very first major trophy for Chelsea was the League title in 1954–55.
- The latest additions came in 2025: the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup.
European Grand Slam & Unique Achievements
- With the 2025 Conference League win, Chelsea became the first club ever to have won all four major UEFA competitions.
- They also have won the Club World Cup, making them one of a select few English clubs to be world champions. Wikipedia])
Comparison With English Big Names
- Compared to other English clubs, Chelsea sits behind Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal in total honours, but stands firmly among the top tier.
- Their 36-trophy tally places them ahead of many traditional giants of English football in terms of modern era success and European dominance.
Why Fans and Historians Care About the Trophy Count
- Fans use trophy tallies as a shorthand for prestige, legacy, and bragging rights in debates over “which club is greatest.”
- Historians and statisticians compare eras — how many trophies in the 1950s vs 2000s — to evaluate club evolution.
- For a club like Chelsea, whose greatest heights are relatively recent (post-2003 heavy investment era), the trophy count underscores how rapidly they ascended.
- When transfers, managerial appointments, or rivalries are discussed, reference to total trophies helps frame expectations and pressure.
If you want, ShanyaKick can also break this down by decade, or compare Chelsea’s trophy haul versus Manchester United, Liverpool, or Manchester City to see who truly leads in silverware. Just say the word.
Conclusion
How many trophies has Chelsea won? The answer: 36 major trophies, including 25 domestic honours and 11 international ones, as of 2025. That total reflects league titles, FA Cups, League Cups, Community Shields, European trophies, and the FIFA Club World Cup. It’s a testament to Chelsea’s rise from mid-20th century underdog to global football heavyweight.
If you’re hungry for more — perhaps a decade-by-decade breakdown, head-to-head comparisons with rivals, or a visual trophy timeline — let ShanyaKick guide you further. Explore more and stay tuned: Chelsea’s trophy story is still being written.
