Manchester Jewish Soccer League

Manchester Jewish Soccer League

The Manchester Jewish Soccer League (MJSL) is an amateur football league based in Manchester, England. It was founded in 1908 and is the oldest Jewish football league in the world. The MJSL currently has over 40 teams competing in a variety of divisions.

History

The MJSL was founded in 1908 by a group of Jewish footballers who wanted to create a league where they could play without discrimination. The league initially had just four teams, but it quickly grew in popularity and now has over 40 teams.

The MJSL has played a significant role in the development of football in Manchester. Many of the league's players have gone on to play professional football, including David Fish, who played for Manchester United and England.

Current season

The current season of the MJSL is the 2023-2024 season. The league is divided into four divisions: Premier Division, Division One, Division Two, and Division Three.

The Premier Division is the top division of the MJSL. It currently has 10 teams competing for the title. The defending champions are Maccabi UK.

The other divisions are also very competitive. Division One has 12 teams, Division Two has 15 teams, and Division Three has 18 teams.

Sources

• Manchester Jewish Soccer League website
• Jewish News article about the start of the 2023-2024 season
• BBC article about the MJSL's 110th anniversary