Stoke City take the belt

Stoke City beat Accrington F.C. 7–1 at home to start reign 18 of the Premier League belt, the 3rd for the franchise.

Accrington F.C. had held it since February 22, 1890, with 0 defenses over 7 days.

Stoke City held it for 9 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Burnley on March 10, 1890.