Shrewsbury Town Football Club, also known as The Shrews, is a professional football club based in the town of Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. The club was founded in 1886 and currently plays in League One, the third tier of English football.
The club has a storied history, having played in all four professional divisions of English football, including several seasons in the second tier, the Football League Championship. They have also reached the FA Cup semi-finals twice, in 1903-1904 and in 1981-1982.
One of the most memorable moments in the club's history came in the 1981-1982 FA Cup run, where they reached the semi-final, only to lose to eventual champions Tottenham Hotspur. That season, The Shrews defeated top-flight teams like Everton and West Bromwich Albion to reach the last four.
The team plays its home matches at the Montgomery Waters Meadow Stadium, which has a capacity of 9,875. The stadium has undergone several renovations over the years, and the club has plans to continue to expand the stadium in the coming years.
The club has had many notable managers and players throughout its history, including Graham Turner, who managed the team from 2003 to 2014, and helped the team to promotion to the Football League Two. One of the club's most iconic players is Steve Ogrizovic, who made over 400 appearances for the club in the 1980s and 1990s.
The Shrews have had its struggles in recent years but they have been improving, they have able to bounce back to the league one after being relegated to league two in 2019-20 season. The team has a good young squad and with the manager Steve Cotterill bringing in a new system and ideas the team is set to perform well in the league one and possibly get back to the championship.
In conclusion, Shrewsbury Town Football Club has a rich history and a dedicated fanbase. Although the team has had its ups and downs over the years, it continues to strive for success on the field and to connect with the community off the field. With a new manager and a youthful squad, The Shrews are looking forward to a bright future in the coming years.