Eredivisie Titles
Feyenoord: 16 Eredivisie titles, a pillar of the Dutch 'Big Three'.
Feyenoord have won 16 Eredivisie titles, placing them third behind Ajax (36) and PSV Eindhoven (27).
- Total_Eredivisie_Titles
- 16
- Notable_Coach_Era
- Ernst Happel (1970-71, 1973-74)
Lore & Background
Feyenoord is one of the three clubs known as the 'Big Three' or 'Traditional Top Three' of Dutch football, alongside Ajax and PSV. They are one of the only clubs in their current form to have never been relegated out of the Eredivisie.
In Their Own Story
The floodlights hummed over the wet grass of De Kuip as the final whistle approached. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and anticipation, a familiar Tuesday night in Rotterdam. On the pitch, the red and white stripes seemed to glow under the stadium lights, a beacon against the darkening sky. When the referee finally blew the end-of-game signal, the roar that erupted from the stands was not just noise; it was the collective voice of a city claiming its crown once again.
Reader's Guide
The Eredivisie was founded in 1956. Feyenoord's first back-to-back Eredivisie titles were in 1960–61 and 1961–62.
Did You Know?
- Feyenoord was not the first Dutch club to win both the Eredivisie title and the European Cup; Ajax achieved both first.
- Since 1965, Ajax, PSV, and Feyenoord have won all but three Eredivisie titles (1981 and 2009 went to AZ, and Twente won in 2010).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Eredivisie titles has Feyenoord won?
The club has secured fifteen championships in total since the league began. This count places them among the elite group of Dutch football winners.
When did Feyenoord win their first league title?
Their inaugural victory occurred during the 1960-61 season, marking the start of modern era success. They have continued to add to this tally consistently over the decades.
Who are Feyenoord's main rivals for the championship?
Ajax and PSV Eindhoven complete the historic Big Three that dominate Dutch football titles. Competition against these clubs defines the intensity of every season.
Why are these titles central to Feyenoord's identity?
The Eredivisie crown represents the pinnacle of domestic achievement for Red and White supporters. It also historically served as a stepping stone to becoming the first Dutch winner of the European Cup.
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