What is a Treble in Soccer?
A treble in soccer refers to a team winning three major trophies in a single season. Simple enough!
The term is typically used in various countries and competitions, including Europe, South America, and Asia.
You won’t find many Americans using it unless they are talking about international soccer.
The three trophies typically include:
- Domestic league title
- Primary domestic cup
- Continental tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League or the Copa Libertadores
Winning a treble is a significant achievement in soccer and is considered the pinnacle of success for a club that year.
With so much talent spread out over the major soccer leagues, winning three trophies is (you guessed it) very difficult to accomplish.
What Teams Have Won a Treble?
Only a small amount of teams have managed to win a treble, including:
- Manchester City
- FC Barcelona (twice)
- Manchester United
- Bayern Munich
- Inter Milan
Most recently in 2023, Manchester City accomplished the treble winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League.
Let’s dig into the history of a treble some more!
Final Thoughts
A treble in soccer is a remarkable achievement that is highly sought after by professional soccer clubs and their fans.
Winning three major trophies in a single season requires an exceptional level of skill, determination, and teamwork. It also takes a little bit of luck.
Whether it’s the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, or any other combination of major trophies, the treble is a testament to a team’s excellence and a source of pride for its supporters!
Can’t wait to see who does it next!
Written By: Beau Bridges
Founder of SoccerNovo
I’m Beau 👋 a proud dad of an MLS NEXT player, former soccer coach, soccer enthusiast, and board member of our local youth sports program. I created soccernovo.com to share my knowledge of the game and help parents learn more about youth soccer in the U.S. I also authored an eBook ‘Soccer Coach Made Simple‘. Learn more about Beau.
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