The 100 Best Football Teams in the World (2025) – Ranked

The Opta Power Rankings provide the most comprehensive overview of global club football. Rated on a scale from 0 to 100, this August 2025 list ranks the top 100 men's teams in world football based on form, performance, and overall strength. Let's count down from the teams breaking into the top 100 to the giants at the summit.

100. Auxerre (83.9)

Auxerre round out the list, holding on despite a two-place dip. Their tactical discipline in Ligue 1 keeps them relevant in France’s top flight.

99. Mallorca (84.0)

Mallorca fall four spots after a drop in results. Their defensive resilience remains a key asset in La Liga.

98. Alavés (84.1)

Also down four, Alavés continue to scrap for mid-table respectability. Their pragmatic style has made them a stubborn opponent.

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97. AZ (84.1)

AZ rise two positions with another solid Eredivisie campaign. Their ability to develop young talent remains elite.

96. Pafos (84.2)

Pafos make a remarkable 27-place jump. Their recent surge in Cypriot football reflects growing investment and ambition.

95. Racing Club (84.2)

The Argentine side climb eight spots, showing renewed form. Their blend of youth and experience has proven effective domestically.

94. Anderlecht (84.2)

Down three, Anderlecht continue their rebuild in Belgium. Their young squad shows flashes of promise but lacks consistency.

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93. Viktoria Plzeň (84.2)

A 13-place rise puts Viktoria back on the European map. Strong domestic form and clinical finishing have pushed them up.

92. Rangers (84.2)

Unchanged at 92, Rangers remain Scotland’s European standard-bearers. Their performances in continental competitions help secure their spot.

91. Zenit (84.4)

Zenit drop two spots, struggling to make European impact. Their domestic dominance continues in Russia, but with less flair.

90. Wolfsburg (84.4)

Steady at 90, Wolfsburg maintain their Bundesliga mid-table role. A solid defensive unit anchors their competitiveness.

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89. Dinamo Zagreb (84.6)

Up four spots, Dinamo’s continued excellence in Croatia is paired with solid European showings. Their academy remains productive.

88. Cruz Azul (84.6)

A steep 17-place fall reflects Cruz Azul’s recent downturn. One of Mexico’s giants, they are in a phase of transition.

87. Genoa (84.6)

Holding firm at 87, Genoa show grit in Serie A. Their stability has helped avoid relegation danger.

86. Rayo Vallecano (84.9)

Unchanged, Rayo continue to punch above their weight. Their aggressive pressing remains their trademark.

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85. Toulouse (85.0)

Toulouse maintain their spot after another solid Ligue 1 season. Compact defending and efficient attacking serve them well.

84. Sunderland (85.0)

Down one, Sunderland remain on the rise in England. A modern project with strong fan backing is producing results.

83. Toluca (85.1)

Toluca inch up a place. Their attacking flair continues to bring goals and domestic competitiveness in Liga MX.

82. Bodø/Glimt (85.1)

A six-place climb highlights their dominance in Norway. They impress with aggressive transitions and fluid attacking moves.

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81. Como (85.1)

Como move up one spot, reflecting their continued upward trajectory in Italy. Smart transfers have accelerated their growth.

80. Torino (85.2)

Torino are unchanged, continuing to frustrate top Serie A sides. A well-drilled defense and midfield balance their game.

79. Crvena Zvezda (85.4)

Red Star hold firm at 79. Their Champions League consistency supports their high standing.

78. Palmeiras (85.4)

Down one, Palmeiras still dominate Brazilian football. Their conveyor belt of talent is as impressive as ever.

77. Genk (85.5)

A 12-place drop reflects Genk’s inconsistency. Still, their talent pool and attacking mentality remain dangerous.

76. Al Hilal (85.5)

Unchanged, Al Hilal remain a Saudi powerhouse. Big-name signings and continental ambition continue to raise their profile.

75. Flamengo (85.5)

A small dip in form sees Flamengo drop two spots. Their attacking firepower remains top-tier in South America.

74. Valencia (85.5)

Valencia hold their ground with a mixed La Liga campaign. Defensive improvement has helped them stabilize.

73. Ajax (85.5)

Up five, Ajax show signs of revival. A new crop of academy players is emerging.

72. Sporting Braga (85.6)

Braga slide four places. Their technical style remains, but defensive lapses have cost them.

71. København (85.6)

A 10-place leap puts København back in European contention. Their solid shape and home form are keys to their rise.

70. Rennes (85.6)

Up two, Rennes continue developing a dynamic squad. Their fluid attacking football is entertaining and effective.

69. Werder Bremen (85.7)

Werder climb one, maintaining Bundesliga safety. Their counter-attacking strategy is well-executed.

68. Real Sociedad (85.7)

Sociedad move up a spot. Their midfield depth and technical control are standout traits.

67. Freiburg (85.8)

Freiburg remain level, continuing their steady rise in Germany. A hard-working and tactically disciplined team.

66. Sheffield United (85.9)

Holding position, the Blades are scrapping well in England. Their compact structure frustrates many opponents.

65. River Plate (86.0)

River rise ten spots, reflecting strong form in Argentina. Their experienced squad leads a title charge.

64. Brest (86.1)

Brest stay at 64, relying on structured defending. They’re tough to break down and make the most of limited chances.

63. Celta de Vigo (86.3)

Celta remain static. Their playmaking midfield and home crowd keep them competitive.

62. Fenerbahçe (86.6)

Fenerbahçe drop one but remain a top force in Turkey. Their attacking quality is always a threat.

61. Osasuna (86.6)

Osasuna are down a spot but still solid. Their energy and work rate win them many close games.

60. Porto (86.7)

Porto slip one place. European inconsistency has held them back despite domestic dominance.

59. Mainz 05 (86.8)

Mainz fall one spot. Their defensive discipline and pressing help them compete well.

58. Slavia Praha (86.9)

Slavia rise four spots thanks to consistent wins. Their European qualification record adds weight to their rating.

57. Lens (86.9)

Lens hold position. A high-pressing, high-tempo side that regularly troubles Ligue 1 elites.

56. Leeds United (87.1)

Leeds stay level with an energetic and chaotic style. Their young squad keeps growing under pressure.

55. Burnley (87.2)

Burnley maintain form under Vincent Kompany. Their ball-playing style is evolving the club’s identity.

54. Strasbourg (87.3)

Strasbourg fall one. While results have dipped, they remain a well-organized unit.

53. Olympiakos (87.3)

Olympiakos also slide a place. Their European pedigree keeps them in the upper tier.

52. Celtic (87.4)

Celtic move up two places, reflecting domestic dominance in Scotland. Their European form is improving with a more attacking approach.

51. Real Betis (87.7)

Real Betis remain unchanged, continuing to impress with possession-based football. Their technical midfield remains their strength.

50. RB Leipzig (87.8)

Leipzig are steady in the top 50, balancing youth and experience. Their dynamic style makes them a dangerous side in Germany and Europe.

49. Nice (87.9)

Nice hold their place as one of Ligue 1’s most compact teams. They remain difficult to break down and efficient going forward.

48. Stuttgart (88.0)

Stuttgart continue their rise with strong domestic form. Their pace on the counter has been a key weapon this season.

47. Galatasaray (88.2)

Galatasaray stay steady with a strong Super Lig campaign. Big-name players and European ambition drive their status.

46. Feyenoord (88.5)

Feyenoord maintain their standing as one of the Eredivisie’s top contenders. Their aggressive press and fluid attack are hallmarks of their system.

45. Fiorentina (88.8)

Fiorentina are consistent in Serie A with a patient build-up approach. Their defensive structure remains reliable.

44. Eintracht Frankfurt (88.9)

Frankfurt continue to challenge in the Bundesliga and in Europe. Their ability to transition quickly has been key.

43. Bologna (89.1)

Bologna are enjoying a renaissance with a progressive playing style. They’ve emerged as one of Italy’s surprise packages.

42. Wolverhampton Wanderers (89.3)

Wolves remain competitive in the Premier League thanks to tactical flexibility. Their counter-attacking strength is a consistent threat.

41. Marseille (89.6)

Marseille are stable and solid in Ligue 1. Their home form at the Velodrome keeps them in the European conversation.

40. Lyon (89.7)

Lyon continue their long-term rebuild, with technical quality throughout the squad. Youth development is key to their identity.

39. Athletic Club (89.7)

Athletic remain loyal to their Basque-only policy but still excel. Their intensity and unity keep them competitive.

38. Lazio (89.8)

Lazio’s balanced midfield and sharp attack keep them near the top of Serie A. They remain a threat on the European stage.

37. West Ham United (89.9)

West Ham hold strong in the rankings after recent European success. Their squad depth and direct style give them consistency.

36. Monaco (90.1)

Monaco stay consistent with attacking flair and young talent. Their transitions and fast build-ups are hard to contain.

35. Villarreal (90.2)

The Yellow Submarine continue to impress with technical brilliance. Their European experience enhances their overall profile.

34. Union Saint-Gilloise (90.2)

Union SG remain in Belgium’s elite after a breakout campaign. Their sharp pressing and high tempo style have proven effective.

33. Club Brugge (90.6)

Brugge fall seven places due to inconsistency. Nevertheless, they remain dangerous in both domestic and continental competitions.

32. Lille (90.6)

Lille edge upward with disciplined defending and quick transitions. They continue to nurture exciting talent.

31. Milan (90.7)

AC Milan climb slightly, bolstered by experience and pace on the wings. Their European pedigree is still intact.

30. Juventus (90.8)

Juventus remain a force despite internal transitions. Their defensive core remains one of the best in Europe.

29. Fulham (90.9)

Fulham continue to surprise in the Premier League. Their composed midfield and attacking balance give them an edge.

28. PSV (90.9)

PSV move up three places with free-flowing football and smart recruitment. They remain Eredivisie title challengers.

27. Tottenham Hotspur (91.1)

Spurs rise by one place thanks to their high-pressing system. They are rebuilding momentum with young talent and tactical clarity.

26. Everton (91.4)

Everton edge upward after a strong defensive turnaround. Their physicality and structure have improved markedly.

25. Sporting CP (91.5)

Sporting slide two places but stay inside the top 25. Their ability to integrate academy players into the first team is exemplary.

24. Roma (91.5)

Roma rise one position as their structured defensive play remains effective. Mourinho’s blueprint continues to bring results.

23. Manchester United (91.6)

United climb one spot, showing better squad cohesion. Their attacking play is beginning to match their high expectations.

22. Nottingham Forest (92.0)

Forest remain unchanged with a team full of intensity and depth. Their pressing game has disrupted many stronger sides.

21. Brentford (92.1)

Brentford drop one place but remain a Premier League standout. Their tactical flexibility and analytics-driven approach pay off.

20. Borussia Dortmund (92.1)

Dortmund also drop slightly but still pose a strong threat. Their attacking dynamism and youth policy continue to define them.

19. Atalanta (92.1)

Atalanta fall one position with some inconsistency, but their expansive playstyle remains a joy to watch.

18. Bayer Leverkusen (92.2)

Leverkusen drop one spot but stay in the top 20. Their balance of experience and explosive attack makes them dangerous.

17. Benfica (92.3)

Benfica rise four places with impressive domestic dominance. Their high press and forward combinations are clicking well.

16. Napoli (92.3)

Napoli remain firm with a dynamic front line and solid midfield. Their Scudetto-winning core still shines brightly.

15. AFC Bournemouth (92.4)

Bournemouth defy expectations in the top 15. Their modern tactical identity is winning admirers across the Premier League.

14. Atlético Madrid (92.9)

Atlético’s trademark defensive grit keeps them in elite company. Their attacking evolution adds another dimension.

13. Brighton (93.8)

Brighton continue to be the Premier League’s tactical marvel. Their fluidity and recruitment model are industry-leading.

12. Crystal Palace (94.5)

Palace sit impressively at 12th, driven by an exciting core. Their balance of structure and freedom is clicking.

11. Internazionale (95.1)

Inter stay just outside the top 10. Their experience and tactical variety make them one of Serie A’s finest.

10. Newcastle United (95.5)

Newcastle crack the top ten, showcasing their rapid development. Physicality, intensity, and squad depth lead the way.

9. Bayern Munich (95.6)

Bayern slip slightly but remain Germany’s standard-bearers. Their attacking machine is relentless, though defensive questions linger.

8. Aston Villa (95.6)

Villa equal Bayern’s rating with a stunning season. Tactical flexibility and fearless attacking make them Europe’s dark horses.

7. Real Madrid (95.8)

Los Blancos remain elite with a star-studded squad. Their Champions League pedigree keeps them among football’s royalty.

6. Chelsea (96.6)

Chelsea rise strongly with renewed form and talent depth. Their structure has stabilized under new leadership.

5. Barcelona (97.3)

Barça are still among the best, combining youthful flair with experience. Their attacking trio is one of the most dangerous in the game.

4. Manchester City (98.7)

City fall just short of the podium, but remain fearsome. Their system, possession dominance, and depth are unmatched.

3. Paris Saint-Germain (99.1)

PSG hold third with individual brilliance and tactical sharpness. Their blend of flair and control keeps them near the summit.

2. Arsenal (99.5)

The Gunners sit second with a near-perfect balance of youth and discipline. Their defensive evolution has made them contenders on all fronts.

1. Liverpool (100.0)

Liverpool top the world with the highest Opta Power Ranking score. Their pressing intensity, tactical control, and big-game pedigree set them apart from the rest.