United Kingdom and Ireland
As a result of the history of football in the United Kingdom, the United Kingdom has four FIFA member countries instead of one. Clubs that play outside what would be regarded as their 'home country' include:
Read more about this topic: List Of Association Football Clubs Playing In The League Of Another Country
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