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EFL

American  

  1. English as a foreign language: the study of English by nonnative speakers living in a non-English-speaking environment.

EFL British  

abbreviation

  1. English as a Foreign Language

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Upson feels this EFL Cup final falls into the "too close to call" category - but believes one factor makes him just favour Arsenal.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

While I don't think anyone would dispute that we want to continue to grow the profile of the EFL product, the means by which we do so should be balanced and impartial.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

The proposal has been under consideration for a number of seasons and was approved by the EFL board and Football Association.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

A general meeting is set to take place next week between all clubs to discuss the "alignment requirements", according to the EFL, however no formal vote is planned.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Just 10 days after Lammens signed from Royal Antwerp, Onana - first-choice for the previous two campaigns - was loaned to Trabzonspor after a calamitous error in United's shock EFL Cup defeat by Grimsby Town.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

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