top-flight

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They then spent three long seasons in the Championship before finally returning to the top flight for the 2019-20 campaign, but were still struggling for identity and direction until the arrival of Unai Emery.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Romero's absence is a major setback for newly-appointed head coach Roberto de Zerbi as he bids to keep Tottenham in the top flight.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The 12-team top flight divides into two sections of six after this coming weekend's 33rd set of fixtures, with Rangers the other side involved in a three-team race for the title.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Wigan became the first team to win the FA Cup and go down from England's top flight in the same season, back in 2013.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

A narrow, dark staircase leading up lay beyond; leaving the door unlocked, Old King Brady pressed on to the top flight, no great distance, coming out upon a semi-circular platform where there were three doors.

From The Bradys After a Chinese Princess The Yellow Fiends of 'Frisco by Doughty, Francis Worcester