Top 50 Biggest Football Clubs in the World by Value (2025 Ranking)
Football is more than a sport — it’s culture, identity, and global passion. The biggest clubs aren’t just measured by trophies, but also by value, fan base, and influence. In this ranking, we count down the Top 50 biggest football clubs in the world in 2025.
50. Crystal Palace – $610M
Fresh from their first-ever major trophy (the FA Cup 2025 vs Man City), the Eagles are now valued at over $600M.
49. Brentford – $615M
The Bees have been punching above their weight, staying in the Premier League since 2021.
48. AFC Bournemouth – $630M
The Cherries’ 2025 valuation rose after finishing 9th in the EPL – above Spurs and Man United.
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47. Eintracht Frankfurt – $640M
German “Eagles” are flying high with a rich European history and solid Bundesliga status.
46. Nashville SC – $640M+
Founded in 2016, the MLS side already ranks among the world’s biggest clubs in value.
45. New York Red Bulls – $645M
Energy drink-powered football continues to thrive in the U.S., placing Red Bulls in the Top 50.
44. Sporting Kansas City – $650M
The Wizards are among MLS’ most stable clubs, with strong fan support and valuation.
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43. Minnesota United – $655M
The “Loons” cracked the Top 50 thanks to strong revenues and a growing MLS presence.
42. St. Louis City SC – $655M+
A brand-new MLS powerhouse with high revenues and a booming fan base.
41. Benfica – $675M
Portugal’s biggest club in both trophies and fanbase, still among Europe’s elite.
40. Philadelphia Union – $700M
Another MLS success story, thriving with strong revenues at Subaru Park.
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39. Charlotte FC – $705M
A massive U.S. club in terms of stadium capacity and fast-growing revenues.
38. Ajax – $710M
The Netherlands’ most iconic club, famed for its academy and European legacy.
37. Portland Timbers – $720M
MLS giants with passionate fan culture and big value under coach Phil Neville.
36. DC United – $720M+
One of MLS’ most historic clubs, still among the league’s most valuable.
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35. FC Cincinnati – $725M
Newcomers to the MLS elite, now worth over $725M.
34. Toronto FC – $725M+
Canada’s top-valued club with strong revenue streams.
33. Columbus Crew – $730M
Three-time MLS Cup winners continue to rise in value.
32. C.D. Guadalajara – $730M+
“Chivas” remain one of Mexico’s most iconic and valuable football brands.
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31. Brighton & Hove Albion – $745M
Well-run EPL club, thriving in modern football with European appearances.
30. AS Roma – $750M
The Giallorossi are an Italian powerhouse, valued at $750M in 2025.
29. Olympique Lyonnais – $750M
French club Lyon made $285M in revenue last season, boosting their global standing.
28. Club América – $770M
Mexico’s most successful club, with one of the largest fanbases in the world.
27. Napoli – $775M
Reigning Serie A champions, Napoli remain a major global football brand.
26. Everton – $825M
With a new stadium (Hill Dickinson Stadium), the Toffees’ value has surged.
25. Seattle Sounders – $825M
MLS Cup winners and one of the best-supported clubs in the U.S.
24. Aston Villa – $850M
Unai Emery’s revolution has turned Villa into one of Europe’s strongest clubs.
23. Austin FC – $865M
One of the fastest-growing clubs in MLS, already worth nearly $900M.
22. Newcastle United – $930M
Backed by Saudi PIF investment, the Magpies are rapidly climbing.
21. West Ham United – $940M
Despite a poor season, West Ham’s commercial value remains strong.
20. New York City FC – $1B
City Football Group’s U.S. franchise cracks the $1B valuation mark.
19. Atlanta United – $1.08B
Huge fan support and revenues push Atlanta among the world’s richest.
18. LA Galaxy – $1.11B
MLS’ most famous club, home to stars like Beckham and Zlatan.
17. Inter Miami – $1.19B
With Lionel Messi, Inter Miami’s brand exploded into the billion-dollar club.
16. LAFC – $1.28B
The “Black & Gold” surpass their LA rivals in valuation.
15. Inter Milan – $1.3B
European giants with growing value after recent continental success.
14. AC Milan – $1.34B
The Rossoneri remain one of the most iconic football brands.
13. Juventus – $1.81B
Italy’s “Old Lady” is still the most valuable Serie A club.
12. Borussia Dortmund – $1.83B
Germany’s second-most powerful club, famed for its “Yellow Wall.”
11. Atletico Madrid – $1.85B
La Liga’s third powerhouse and perennial Champions League contender.
10. Chelsea – $3.57B
Despite turbulence, Chelsea remain one of the world’s most valuable clubs.
9. Tottenham Hotspur – $3.68B
The new stadium has turned Spurs into a financial superpower.
8. Paris Saint-Germain – $4.26B
Qatari investment has made PSG a global football giant.
7. Arsenal – $4.49B
Mikel Arteta’s resurgence has boosted Arsenal back into the elite.
6. Manchester City – $5.16B
The dominant English team of the decade, valued at over $5B.
5. Bayern Munich – $5.21B
Germany’s eternal champions lead Europe off the pitch as well.
4. Liverpool – $5.59B
With global fan support, Liverpool continue to grow in value.
3. Barcelona – $5.71B
Despite financial struggles, Barca remain a global football titan.
2. Manchester United – $6.09B
Commercially the strongest English club, with unmatched global reach.
1. Real Madrid – $6.53B
The kings of European football. With 15 Champions League titles and a $6.5B valuation, Los Blancos are the biggest football club in the world.
