FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITEDTHE
Company Information
- Company Number
- 00080612
- Registered Address
- Efl House, 10 - 12 West Cliff, Preston, Lancashires, England, PR1 8HU
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 114.0
- Turnover
- 204930000.0
- EBITDA
- 3214000.0
Additional Details
- Website
- https://www.efl.com/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 11 April 1904
- Nature of Business
- 93199 - Other sports activities
- Industries
- Lifestyle And Entertainment
- Region
- North West
Company Location
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Financial Metrics
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 31 Jan 2024 | 25 | 79% | 17% | 4% | 21% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 23 | 84% | 13% | 3% | 16% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 31 Jan 2023 | 28 | 80% | 15% | 5% | 20% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 24 Aug 2022 | 22 | 85% | 12% | 3% | 15% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 24 Aug 2022 | 25 | 83% | 14% | 3% | 17% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 26 Jul 2021 | 23 | 81% | 15% | 4% | 18% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 08 Feb 2021 | 42 | 68% | 25% | 7% | 32% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 08 Feb 2021 | 23 | 82% | 14% | 4% | 18% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 27 Jan 2020 | 18 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 | 31 Jul 2019 | 20 | 91% | 7% | 2% | 9% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 30 Jan 2019 | 23 | 88% | 9% | 3% | 12% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 20 Jul 2018 | 16 | 94% | 5% | 1% | 6% |
| 01 Jul 2017 - 31 Dec 2017 | 31 Jan 2018 | 15 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 5% |
Company Summary
The Football League Limited is a well-known professional football league in the United Kingdom
It was founded in 1888 and is currently headquartered in Preston, England
The main activity of the Football League Limited is to organize and manage the professional football league for clubs in England and Wales
The league consists of 72 clubs divided into three divisions: the Championship, League One, and League Two
The league also runs two cup competitions, the EFL Cup and the EFL Trophy
The Football League Limited has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact
This includes promoting sustainable travel options for fans, using eco-friendly materials in stadium renovations, and implementing recycling programs
The main product of the Football League Limited is live football matches, which are broadcasted on television and online platforms
The league also offers a range of merchandise, such as jerseys, hats, and scarves, for fans to show their support for their favorite teams
The key people involved in the Football League Limited include the chairman, chief executive, and board of directors who oversee the operations of the league and make important decisions
The current chairman is Rick Parry and the chief executive is Shaun Harvey
The official website of the Football League Limited is www.efl.com, where fans can find information on upcoming matches, league standings, and news about their favorite teams
The registered office address of the Football League Limited is EFL House, 10-12 West Cliff, Preston, Lancashire PR1 8HU
Company Review
Trend Analysis
The average time for FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED(THE) to pay their invoices has fluctuated over the past 6 years, with a slight increase in 2020 and a decrease in 2021. However, overall there has been a steady decrease in the average time to pay since 2017.
Volatility Analysis
The volatility in the time taken for FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED(THE) to pay their invoices has increased in recent years, with a significant increase in 2020 and 2021. This could indicate potential financial instability within the company.
Summary Analysis
From 2017 to 2023, FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED(THE) has shown an overall improvement in their payment practices, with a decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices. However, there was a significant increase in the average time taken in 2020 and 2021, indicating potential financial difficulties. Additionally, the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has decreased in the past two years, with a decrease of 12% in 2021 compared to 2019. The worst period for FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED(THE) was in 2020, with only 68% of invoices being paid within 30 days and 32% of invoices being paid later than 60 days, the highest percentage in the past 6 years.
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Some suppliers require payment on receipt of invoice but earliest where days are quoted is 7. An assumption has been made that the majority of suppliers have standard payment terms of 30 days.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No
Any other information about payment terms
N/A
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
30
Dispute Resolution Process
Initial credit control dealt with by the Finance Department. Any additional issues managed by the relevant relationship manager.
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
