- Most valuable clubs in the world are also the most popular because they can afford to acquire top players, attracting more fans
- Real Madrid is the club with the most fans in the world; due to the club’s success, Madrid holds the record for most UCL titles
- Despite the club losing the lucky charm Ronaldo, the Los Blancos are still going strong in terms of trophy wins and global support
- Manchester United is the world’s third most famous football club, the first in England
Football is the most popular sport globally, and all football clubs have a global fan base. However, the number of fans who support a team grows or decreases over time.
Some remain loyal to their club, while others switch teams and abandon their previous teams during difficult times.
Let’s take a closer look at the soccer clubs in the world with the most fans. The number of fans of a club is decided mainly by the club’s social media fan following.
We discovered that the most valuable clubs worldwide are also the most popular because they can afford to sign big-name players, attracting more fans. Juventus, for example, acquired millions of fans after signing Cristiano Ronaldo.
7. Liverpool- 101.6 million
Liverpool fans. Photo: Goal.com
Liverpool F.C is currently the most successful club in England, has a global fan base. Liverpool is one of England’s most famous football clubs.
The arrival of Jurgen Klopp as manager of the club has resulted in a significant increase in Liverpool supporters.
Jurgen Klopp introduced the “heavy metal” football system to the club, which everyone enjoyed, and he began demonstrating a solid social media presence.
Players such as Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Sadio Mane have contributed to the club’s continued growth, particularly in Asia and Africa.
The club’s current success is notable, as they finished as runners-up in the Premier League and Champions Leagues last season.
The club also won the FA and EFL cups. The Reds were close to winning a quadruple, but luck wasn’t on their side
Chelsea-106.5m
- Instagram-34.5m
- Facebook-51.5m
- Twitter-20.8m
Chelsea F.C., another London club, has a significant social media presence and a global fan base.
The Blues benefited greatly from having a billionaire in Roman Abramovich early in the twenty-first century when they won the Premier League title on several occasions.
In 2013, Chelsea also won their first-ever Champions League title. Since then, the Blues’ fan base has remained steadfast
5. Juventus-109.6
- Instagram-53.8m
- Facebook-46.3m
- Twitter-9.8m
Ronaldo taking a selfie with Juventus fans. Photo: Eurosport
The Old Lady of Juventus is Italy’s most dominant team. After winning eight straight Serie A titles and other domestic titles, the club is also the most famous in Italy.
Juventus’ fan base has grown since the acquisition of Cristiano Ronaldo, and as a result, the club has risen to the top of Italian football, gaining millions of fans from all over the world
4. PSG- 121 million
- Instagram-60.7m
- Facebook-49m
- Twitter-12.1m
PSG is France’s most famous football club. The recent Ligue 1 champions have a massive fan base not only in France but worldwide.
PSG is the only French club on the list of the most popular football clubs. PSG is currently one of the world’s fastest-growing football clubs.
The signing of some of football’s biggest stars, such as Lionel Messi and Neymar, has resulted in the club gaining millions of fans.
3. Manchester United- 165. 8 million
- Instagram-58.6m
- Facebook-76.7m
- Twitter-31m
Manchester United is England’s most popular and well-supported club. The Red Devils have always been one of the most renowned teams in the world, regardless of continent.
During Sir Alex Ferguson’s tenure as manager, the Red Devils ruled England and Europe. They were England’s most dominant team until Liverpool won the UEFA Champions League and Premier League the year before.
Manchester United’s fans have decided to stick with their club despite difficult times. The Red Devils are arguably the world’s most famous English football club
2. Barcelona- 256.6 million
- Instagram-109m
- Facebook-107m
- Twitter-41.6m
Barcalona fans. Photo: FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona is well-known globally, as it is one of the most widely known teams in the world. Nobody in their right mind would say Barcelona isn’t a worldwide club.
Lionel Messi and the club’s history make it extremely popular among us. Regarding the value of its squad and the number of fans worldwide, the Catalan club is one of Europe’s dominant teams.
1. Real Madrid-272.5m
- Instagram-120m
- Facebook-112m
- Twitter-41.9m
In 2022, Real Madrid will be the most followed soccer club and team worldwide. The club is also the most valuable in the world.
Despite the loss of their lucky charm, Cristiano Ronaldo, Los Blancos are still going strong in terms of trophy wins and global support.
Madrid won La Liga and the Champions League last season, and fans have remained loyal to the club because they are performing well. Isn’t that reasonable?
The club holds the record for the most Champions League titles (14 titles). Real Madrid also holds the record for the most La Liga titles (35 titles). As a result, it is natural for a successful club to have a large fan base.
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