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A journalist and Daily Mail columnist Oliver Holt completed the “92 challenge” of visiting every English Football League stadium, spanning the Premier League down to League Two, by April 1, 2025. He ranked all 92 stadiums from worst to best, offering a comprehensive evaluation of the grounds based on atmosphere, facilities, history, and fan experience.

Surprisingly, the top-ranked stadium is Edgeley Park, home to Stockport County, a club in the lower tiers of English football. Edgeley Park’s relatively modest capacity of 10,800 belies its charm and character. Holt highlights the significant investment by club owner Mark Stott, who not only revitalized the team but upgraded both the stadium and surrounding facilities. The Danny Bergara Stand specifically retains a nostalgic atmosphere evocative of Holt’s first visit in 1979, balancing tradition with modern improvements.

The article serves as a “love letter” to English football, celebrating stadiums of all sizes and histories. Alongside Stockport County’s Edgeley Park, elite stadiums like Old Trafford, Anfield, and Goodison Park also feature prominently in the overall rankings, reflecting their iconic status within the sport. Nevertheless, the emphasis is on the fan experience, investment in facilities, and the ambiance on matchdays rather than purely on size or fame.

By undertaking this extensive journey, Holt illustrates the rich variety and deep-rooted passion of football grounds across England, from mega stadiums housing tens of thousands to quaint stands full of character. His ranking reinforces how meaningful experiences can be found at any level of the game, with Edgeley Park exemplifying this through its blend of history, renovation, and community support that elevates it above even some more famous venues.

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