Ranking of the 25 Football Clubs with the Largest Social Media Followings in 2026

Some of the world's most famous football clubs attract massive followings on platforms like X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. While European teams dominate the list, one club outside Europe breaks through the ranks.

Five clubs from the English Premier League are among the top ten with the largest combined social media audiences. This reflects how football's fanbase extends far beyond stadiums, shaped heavily by the digital age.

Rankings of Clubs by Combined Social Media Followers (millions)

16. Al-Nassr - Saudi Pro League: 66
17. Borussia Dortmund - Bundesliga: 60
18. Al-Ahly - Egyptian Premier League: 54
19. Galatasaray - Turkish Super Lig: 54
20. AS Roma - Serie A: 43
21. Inter Miami - MLS: 43
22. Corinthians - Brazilian Serie A: 43
23. Fenerbahce - Turkish Super Lig: 39
24. Al-Hilal - Saudi Pro League: 36
25. Persib Bandung - Indonesia Super League: 35

Notable Clubs Just Inside the Top 15

Flamengo (71 million) - Brazilian Serie A This is the only non-European team in the top 15. Flamengo surpassed Al-Nassr thanks to a 7.8% growth in followers, mostly on Instagram where they have over 25 million fans. Despite not winning the Serie A title for five years, they lifted their eighth championship in 2025 and hold a record 40 Campeonato Carioca titles.
AC Milan (81 million) - Serie A Christian Pulisic helped boost AC Milan’s visibility in the US, increasing their fanbase there by 50%. The Rossoneri added over 7 million followers across platforms last year. Their followers break down into 8.4 million on X, 18.1 million on Instagram, 29 million on Facebook, and 23.3 million on TikTok.
Inter Milan (82 million) - Serie A Founded in 1908 as a club open to foreign players, Inter Milan’s popularity soared under coach Helenio Herrera during the 1960s. They boast strong social numbers with 4.2 million on X, 14.5 million on Instagram, 36 million on Facebook, and 20.7 million on TikTok. They remain the only Serie A team never relegated.
Atletico Madrid (91.4 million) - La Liga Led by Diego Simeone, Atletico has enjoyed a golden era with two league titles and Champions League finals appearances, attracting more than 90 million followers. Their breakdown includes 6.8 million on X, 17.7 million on Instagram, 24 million on Facebook, and 32.7 million on TikTok.
Tottenham Hotspur (112 million) - Premier League Despite no major trophies for over 15 years until their Europa League win, Spurs built a large following aided by Son Heung-min’s global appeal. Their TikTok account leads the Premier League with 43.9 million followers, supported by 9.4 million on X, 17 million on Instagram, and 37 million on Facebook.
Arsenal (118 million) - Premier League Arsenal’s social media base includes 21.5 million on X, 31.5 million on Instagram, 48 million on Facebook, and 21.5 million on TikTok. The club made headlines when manager Mikel Arteta’s unusual motivational methods and a Salt Bae dining incident went viral. Still, their return to winning form should grow their audience.
Chelsea (156 million) - Premier League After ownership changed hands in 2022, Chelsea gained 25.4 million followers on X, 44.1 million on Instagram, 58.5 million on Facebook, and 22.2 million on TikTok. The new ownership’s online activities occasionally stirred controversy but didn’t dent the club’s huge online presence.
Bayern Munich (165 million) - Bundesliga Bayern boasts nearly 4,000 official fan clubs worldwide and a strong social media audience including 14.4 million on X, 44.5 million on Instagram, 71.3 million on Facebook, and 29.5 million on TikTok. Harry Kane’s engagement with local fans during his first season added to their appeal.
Juventus (178 million) - Serie A Juventus credits much of their national and international popularity to their neutral name and long history. Their social figures include 14.3 million on X, 58.8 million on Instagram, 46.4 million on Facebook, and 44.2 million on TikTok. The Agnelli family’s support has been key over many decades.
Liverpool (179 million) - Premier League Liverpool's vast online following includes 30.5 million on X, 48.4 million on Instagram, 59.1 million on Facebook, and 28.9 million on TikTok. Mohamed Salah’s success and reputation helped expand their reach, particularly in Egypt, though the club's appeal is broad and global.