Premier League
Non-Champion with the Worst Goal Difference
This record shows the non-champion teams with the worst goal difference in a single season.
Record
-69
Derby County
Sheffield United
Record: Derby County had a goal difference of -69 in the 2007/08 season without winning the league. Sheffield United had a goal difference of -69 in the 2023/24 season without winning the league.
Top 5
| Rank | Club | Goal Difference | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derby County | -69 | 2007/08 |
| 1 | Sheffield United | -69 | 2023/24 |
| 3 | Norwich City | -61 | 2021/22 |
| 4 | FC Southampton | -60 | 2024/25 |
| 5 | Ipswich Town | -57 | 1994/95 |
The Record
The table ranks the five lowest goal differences achieved by teams that did not win the league.
How the ranking works
Goal difference is calculated by subtracting goals conceded from goals scored. Only teams finishing below first place are included.