Lambeth in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The F.A. Cup
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 26, 2026
1. The F.A. Cup Marker
This plaque honours the first ever final of the oldest association football competition in the world, played at the Oval on 16th March 1872
A further twenty-one finals were contested at the Oval
Erected by Surrey County Cricket Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical date for this entry is March 16, 1872.
Location. 51° 28.98′ N, 0° 6.842′ W. Marker is in Lambeth, England, in Greater London. It is on Kennington Oval. The marker is on the grounds of the Kia Oval. Enter through the John Edritch Gate, explain yourself to the nice security people, then head toward the front building entrance. The marker is on the left side of the building entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 34 Kennington Oval, Lambeth, England SE11 5SS, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Bobby Abel (a few steps from this marker); Tom Richardson (a few steps from this marker); The First Test Match (within shouting distance of this marker); The Ashes (within shouting distance of this marker); Bernard Montgomery (within shouting distance of this marker); St. Marks Churchyard (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); St Marks Church (about 240 meters away); Charlie Chaplin (approx. 0.6 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lambeth.
Regarding The F.A. Cup. F.A. = Football Association, the Football here is what Americans would know as Soccer.
Also see . . . History of the FA Cup (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
The inaugural FA Cup tournament kicked off in November 1871. After thirteen games in all, Wanderers were crowned the winners in the final at Kennington Oval, on 16 March 1872. The following year, Wanderers retained the title after receiving a bye to the final, the 'Challenge Round', where they(Submitted on March 4, 2026.)beat Oxford University to retain the Cup.Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 26, 20262. The F.A. Cup Marker - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on March 4, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 4, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 29 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 4, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
