1971–72 Football League Cup
The 1971–72 Football League Cup was the 12th season of the Football League Cup, a knock-out competition for England's top 92 football clubs. The tournament started on 17 August 1971 and ended with the final at Wembley on 4 March 1972. Stoke City won the tournament after defeating Chelsea in the final at Wembley Stadium, London. Entry for all football league clubs became compulsory this season.
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Country | England Wales |
| Teams | 92 |
| Defending champions | Tottenham Hotspur |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | Stoke City (1st title) |
| Runners-up | Chelsea |