Association Football
England
- First Division – Everton win the 1938–39 title.
- FA Cup – Portsmouth beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 4–1.
- The outbreak of World War II means all competitive football in England is suspended in September, and the 1939–40 season cancelled. Various regional leagues and cups are set up in place of normal Football League and FA Cup competition.
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