Top 10 Most Followed Football Clubs on TikTok in 2026 (Updated)

Which Football Club Has the Most TikTok Followers in 2026?

Real Madrid is now the most followed football club on TikTok with 70 million followers as of January 2026. By the way, Real Madrid is also the most followed club on social media in the world – over 450 million followers on all the social media platforms. This is a remarkable achievement, representing a gain of approximately 32 million followers (12.7M increase) from their 2024 position. Real Madrid has successfully leveraged TikTok’s algorithm with creative content, behind-the-scenes footage, and player highlights that resonate with younger audiences.

Barcelona secures second place with 63.5 million followers, while former champion PSG holds third with 51 million. Tottenham impressively maintains 4th place with 43.3 million followers, closely followed by Juventus with 42.6 million. The competition at the top remains fierce, with just 6.5 million followers separating 1st and 2nd place.

Top 10 Most Followed Football Clubs on TikTok in 2026

Quick Rankings Overview

2024 vs 2026: Major Changes and Trends

The Rise and Fall of PSG

Spanish Dominance

La Liga clubs now hold the top 2 positions on TikTok, with Real Madrid and Barcelona combining for 133.5 million followers. This represents a massive shift from 2024 when they held positions #2 and #4. Their combined growth of over 62 million followers in two years demonstrates the power of authentic, creative TikTok strategies.

Premier League Representation

Four Premier League clubs remain in the top 10: Manchester City (#6), Manchester United (#7), Liverpool (#9), and Bayern Munich (#10). Tottenham maintains a strong presence at #4 with 43.3 million followers. Chelsea and Arsenal have dropped out of the top 10 in 2026.

Biggest Movers

Growth Champions

By Percentage: Barcelona leads with 97.8% growth, nearly doubling their TikTok presence from 32.1M to 63.5M followers.

By Absolute Numbers: Barcelona also wins with +31.4 million new followers, closely followed by Real Madrid with +31.2 million.

Why TikTok Matters for Football Clubs in 2026

TikTok has become the primary platform for reaching Gen Z and younger millennial football fans. The platform’s algorithm favors creative, authentic content over polished marketing, allowing clubs to:

• Connect directly with fans through behind-the-scenes content
• Showcase player personalities beyond match highlights
• Participate in viral trends and challenges
• Reach global audiences regardless of language barriers
• Drive merchandise sales and ticket purchases through engaging content

Real Madrid’s success demonstrates the power of consistent, high-quality short-form content that resonates with TikTok’s unique culture.

Data Source & Methodology

All TikTok follower counts were collected from official club TikTok accounts as of January 25, 2026. Historical data from 2024 is based on publicly available statistics from March 2024.