Which English Premier League Team Has the Most Fans?

Many soccer fans will argue that there’s no bigger competition in the world than the English Premier League. This doesn’t come as a surprise, given the fact that the UK has some of the biggest rivalries in the sport and brings in a new set of star players every season. The EPL isn’t just big in the UK, as fans from across the world travel to see their favorite teams play and millions tune in on television and streaming platforms every week. All this begs the question — which EPL team has the most fans? Let’s dive right into it.

Manchester United

It makes sense for Manchester United to come first on this list as the club had one of the best stretches in EPL history during the Sir Alex Ferguson era. The Scot led the team to 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, and two Champions League titles, including the historic 1999 treble. This golden period not only cemented Manchester United’s role as one of the most dominant clubs in the world, but it also turned it into a global brand that attracts fans from every continent. According to social media, the Red Devils are the EPL team with the most fans in England, with 85 million followers on Facebook and almost 65 million on Instagram. They’re also the favorite team among Americans, with estimates suggesting about one-third of US soccer fans support Manchester United. Those based in Texas who want to bet on Ruben Amorim transforming the club’s poor luck in recent years can do so on some of the sites reviewed by ReadWrite experts.

Chelsea

The London-based club rose to fame in the early 2000s when the new ownership started bringing in star players and led the team to Premier League and Champions League glory. Chelsea brought in José Mourinho, who had just won the Champions League with Porto, in 2004, whose success with the team earned him the nickname “The Special One”. The club has been one of the most successful sides in England ever since, with their last major being the 2021 Champions League Title, which they’ve won under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel. The Blues are considered to be one of the biggest clubs worldwide, with 56 million followers on Facebook and almost 44 million on Instagram.

Manchester City

Unlike the first two teams on the list, Manchester City wasn’t necessarily a huge name in English football until recently. However, that changed in 2008 when they were taken over by Abu Dhabi United Group. Ever since then, the club has been spending large amounts of money and bringing in the biggest names in the world of soccer. The results came just a few years later when the Citizens lifted the Premier League title in 2012 under Roberto Mancini. In 2016, the club signed Pep Guardiola as the manager, who has since led them to six Premier League titles and one Champions League trophy. Despite the fact that their success is relatively recent, Manchester City boasts 55 million Facebook followers and a million more on Instagram.

Liverpool

Another English giant and the current EPL Champions, Liverpool, has always had a massive following both at home and abroad. Their dominance in the 70s and 80s built the foundation of a global fanbase that has only grown stronger over the decades. They returned to the top of world soccer under Jürgen Klopp, who helped them end their 30-year wait for the league title in 2020 and won the Champions League a year prior. His successor, Arne Slot, started off majestically by winning yet another EPL title for Mohamed Salah, Virgil Van Dijk, and the rest of the club’s now legendary squad. The club has 40 million followers on Facebook and almost 49 million on Instagram. Liverpool fans are known for being one of the most passionate fan groups on the planet, famous for their “You’ll Never Walk Alone” anthem.

Arsenal

While Arsenal has endured a long wait for Premier League glory since their famous Invincibles season of 2003-04, the club’s popularity has never faded. They’re famous for the stylish football they played under Arsenè Wenger and their rich London heritage. Today, the club has 46 million Facebook followers and more than 31 million on Instagram. Arsenal’s fanbase is particularly strong in Africa and Asia, where they captured the hearts of millions of soccer fans during their early-2000s run. The team is now back in the title race under Mikel Arteta and a new generation of talent that includes one of the best defenses in the world. With signings like Victor Gyökeres and Eberechi Eze, Arsenal fans are hoping the 2025-26 season could be the season the club finally reclaims the EPL title.

Conclusion

The English Premier League may, indeed, be one of the biggest competitions in the world of soccer, and the clubs on this list, and many others, have some of the most loyal and devoted fans across the world.