1885–86 in English football

The 1885–86 season was the 15th season of competitive football in England.

National team
England were joint winners of the 1886 British Home Championship with Scotland.

* England score given first

Key
 * A = Away match
 * BHC = British Home Championship

Note – see Talk page re query on goalscorers against Wales.

Events

 * Millwall Rovers were formed, and play their first match on 3 October 1885. After a couple of name changes and moves, the club will eventually become known as Millwall.

Honours
Notes = Number in parentheses is the times that club has won that honour. * indicates new record for competition