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What year did William McGregor organize the meeting that led to the formation of the Football League?

  • 1886

  • 1887

  • 1888

  • 1889

Answer

In 1888, William McGregor organized a meeting of representatives from England's leading clubs, which led to the formation of the Football League. This provided member clubs with a guaranteed fixture list each season.
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