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Odd and Surprising Facts About the Premier League The English Premier League is one of the most-watched and loved football leagues in the world. Every season, millions of fans tune in to see their favorite teams compete on the pitch. However, not all that is related to the EPL is as well-known as its star players and coaches. Here are some odd and surprising facts about the Premier League that may surprise you.
1. The EPL trophy is not the original one Most people assume that the Premier League trophy has been awarded to the winners since the league's inception in 199
2. However, that is not the case. The original trophy was retired after Manchester United won it for the third time in a row in 199
9. The current trophy, the Barclays Premier League Trophy, was introduced in 200
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2. The Premier League is home to the most expensive player transfer in history The EPL is known for its high-priced transfers, but the most expensive one ever made happened in August 201
7. Paris Saint-Germain paid a whopping £198 million to sign Brazilian forward Neymar from Barcelona. He's now one of the biggest stars on the pitch at PSG.
3. There have been fewer hat-tricks in the Premier League than expected The Premier League is home to some of the world’s top strikers, and with a higher number of games scheduled in the league, one would expect more hat-tricks. However, the Premier League has seen less than 300 hat-tricks since its inception in 199
2. By contrast, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo alone have scored more than 120 hat-tricks between them, playing in fewer games.
4. The Premier League's founding teams are not all EPL regulars The original Premier League consisted of 22 teams, but only eight of those teams have played in the league every season since its inception. The founding teams that are still regular EPL participants are Arsenal, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Southampton.
5. The Premier League is home to one of the largest scorelines ever In May 2007, Tottenham Hotspur netted ten goals past Wigan Athletic, making it one of the largest scorelines in Premier League history. The feat is shared with Manchester United’s win over Ipswich Town in 1995, Arsenal’s 7-0 victory over Everton in 2005, and Manchester City’s 7-0 win over Norwich City in 201
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6. The Premier League has been broadcast in North Korea The Premier League is broadcast in over 200 countries globally, but it’s still surprising that one of them, North Korea, is a regular subscriber to the show. It is said that the games are shown with a substantial delay as a form of propaganda to show the people that life is better under the communist regime. In conclusion, the Premier League is full of surprises, and even the most ardent football fan may not be aware of some of the lesser-known facts associated with the league. From its trophy history to its broadcasting reach, the EPL has continually surprised and delighted its worldwide fanbase.