Category 2 Football Clubs

This page lists the current Category 2 academies in England. It’s designed to give football parents a quick reference to the clubs that sit just below Category 1, so you can better understand the wider elite pathway.

AFC Bournemouth

Barnsley

Brentford (Following 2024 reclassification)

Bristol City

Cardiff City

Charlton Athletic

Colchester United

Coventry City

Crewe Alexandra

Fleetwood Town

Hull City

Ipswich Town

Millwall

Peterborough United

Queen's Park Rangers (QPR)

Sheffield United

Sheffield Wednesday

Swansea City

Watford (Achieved Cat 2 status in 2024)

Wigan Athletic

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Disclaimer: Club categories are subject to change by league governing bodies. This list may not be exhaustive, and parents should always check a club's official website or league sources for the latest academy status.