The modern world has been greatly impacted by social media, and this is also true in the world of football. Through social media, supporters are informed of all significant information, including sponsorship agreements and player arrivals and departures. The number of followers a team has on social media also reflects its appeal internationally. On that note, let’s look at the top 10 football teams that are most followed on Twitter.
10. Juventus (10 million)
Juventus is the Serie A team with the most fans. In terms of Twitter followers, the team with the most Serie A championships holds the top spot. Their popularity on the microblogging site was undoubtedly increased by the additions of Cristiano Ronaldo a few years ago and Angel di Maria and Paul Pogba more recently. Juventus has struggled in the league over the past couple of years, but recent additions show that the Old Lady is prepared to contend for Serie A’s top spot.
9. Galatasaray (11 million)
The supporters of the Turkish team are active on social media frequently. So it should come as no surprise that Galatasaray made this list. Galatasaray has struggled in recent years due to their inability to win the league since 2019. The club from Istanbul’s 13th-place finish in the previous season was its most disappointing result.
8. Paris Saint-Germain (12 million)
PSG has dramatically risen over the past ten years, both on and off the field. The club has since taken control dominated the domestic scene and established themselves in the Champions League. This has also been reflected on social media. More than 12 million people follow France’s current champions on Twitter.
7. Manchester City (13 million)
Manchester City is another team that has dramatically improved following a takeover. In the last ten years, Manchester City has dominated the Premier League. In the previous five years, Manchester United’s blue team has won four Premier League championships. City’s fan base is rapidly expanding thanks to a world-class manager and a few world-class players. More than 13 million people follow the English champions on Twitter.
6. Arsenal (19 million)
Arsenal fans are now celebrating after several trying years thanks to a stellar start to the season. Since 2016, the Gunners have been unable to secure a Champions League spot. With more than 19,834,297 Twitter followers, they are still one of the most popular clubs in the world.
5. Liverpool (21 million)
Liverpool has regained the top spot in recent years. These days, the Reds frequently compete for both the Premier League and the Champions League. However, despite their difficult times, the club has always had a sizable global fan base. One of the most renowned and successful football clubs in the world is the Merseyside team. On Twitter, Liverpool has more than 21 million followers.
4. Chelsea (21 million)
One of the most well-known teams of this century has been Chelsea. The team from London has had some of the biggest names in football as players. It is no surprise that Chelsea’s fan base has grown rapidly over the years because success attracts supporters. The North London club has seen an uptick in support after their most recent Champions League victory.
3. Manchester United (32 million)
Manchester United continue to be one of the most admired clubs in the world despite their recent failure. Additionally, they have the most fans in England. Over the years, Manchester United has had a number of well-known athletes represent the team, increasing its appeal. However, the team has had recent on-field struggles and is undergoing a significant reorganisation. On Twitter, the Red Devils have more than 32 million followers.
2. Barcelona (43 million)
Barcelona is one of the two well-known teams from Spain and is a footballing behemoth. Up until recently, the Catalan club had the player who was arguably the best in the world playing for them. Barcelona’s success and roster of famous players make it no surprise that they rank in the top two. There are over 43,420,229 Twitter followers for the Spanish team.
1. Real Madrid (44 million)
The most popular football team on Twitter is also the most prosperous club in Champions League and La Liga history. The best athletes from each generation have represented the current European champions over the years. They are the most well-known club on social media due to their illustrious members and decades of success. More than a million more than their bitter rivals Barcelona, the La Liga champions have more than 44,063,836 followers on Twitter.