The Premier League is unequivocally the number one most-watched league in world football, and as a result, holds a certain celebrity-like status among the sport.
However, which of its teams has the largest actual celebrity fanbase? Let's take a look at the ten Premier League clubs with the most famous fans in their ranks.
Famous football fans in the Premier League
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10. Newcastle United
Being a one-club city certainly gives the Magpies an advantage in this list, with several famous born and bred Geordies all massive fans of Newcastle United.
Reality TV star Sam Fender, musician Cheryl (best known as Cheryl Cole), boxer Chris Eubank and of course, television duo Ant & Dec are all self-professed lovers of the Tyneside club.
It's certainly an impressive list and sees the Magpies break into the top 10.
9. Aston Villa
Aston Villa's plethora of famous fans is mesmerising and even includes a member of the Royal Family.
Hollywood actor Tom Hanks, music legend Ozzy Osbourne and even Prince William have all made public their love for the Midlands club on several occasions.
🎥 Prince William is in attendance for the Aston Villa-Olympiacos game!pic.twitter.com/VLjeQBnAiy
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) May 2, 2024
Given the names mentioned, as well as several other celebrity fans, Villa were almost guaranteed to be in this list. However, despite the greatness of their famous supporters, they could only make ninth place this time around.
8. West Ham United
Not for the first time under David Moyes, the Hammers find themselves in and around the European places – albeit for reasons that have very little to do with their current performances.
With the club boasting the likes of James Corden, Russel Brand, Keira Knightley and of course, Danny Dyer as celebrity fans, West Ham possesses one of the larger celebrity fanbases in the league.
Yes, Hammers fans… new boss Julen Lopetegui has actually seen Danny Dyer's message ahead of the new season, AND he's issued a response ⚒️👀 pic.twitter.com/spxH8hkMjy
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 14, 2024
Successful in their own industries, these supporters finally saw success in East London last year as the club won the Uefa Europa Conference League.
7. Everton
In stark contrast to their position in the Premier League table this season, Everton have found themselves in seventh on this list. They are one of the biggest clubs in England outside of the ‘top six' at this current moment in time and therefore boast a very loyal fanbase.
Their celebrity followers include the likes of Amanda Holden, Dame Judi Dench, Sylvester Stallone and Tony Bellew.
The Toffees may currently find themselves in disarray, but their celebrity fanbase can rival that of many clubs around the world.
6. Manchester City
Perhaps the only time Manchester City will find themselves all the way down in sixth place, the Sky Blues' celebrity fanbase simply isn't as stacked as the rest of the ‘big six'.
The most well-known famous Man City fans are rock and roll superstars Noel and Liam Gallagher, who after confirming the reunion of their popular band ‘Oasis' for a series of concerts in 2025, are rather topical at the moment of writing. However, Michelle Keegan, Andrew Flintoff, Alan Carr and former boxer Ricky Hatton also all support Pep Guardiola's side.
Impromptu @NoelGallagher gig in the dressing room!! 😆
An anthem for the Champions!
🔵 #mancity 🏆 pic.twitter.com/XpcpUV1rMZ
— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 12, 2019
As City continue to dominate, their fanbase will of course continue to grow, and with it, they may just entice a whole new generation of celebrity fans in the future.
5. Tottenham Hotspur
Not for the first time in recent years, Tottenham have got the better of Man City and have as a result secured fifth spot in this list.
They may share North London with their fierce rivals Arsenal, but they are a huge club in their own right and their celebrity fanbase reflects that. Musicians Adele and AJ Tracey, actors Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg as well as none other than Lord Alan Sugar are all supporters of the club.
Tom Holland has revealed what he said to Kylian Mbappe at the Ballon d'Or ceremony:
“I said mate you have to come to Tottenham and he just burst out laughing!”
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) December 14, 2021
Could Ange Postecoglou be the man to finally treat the club's celebrity cohort to success on the pitch?
4. Chelsea
Narrowly beating out their bitter rivals, Chelsea's extensive list of famous supporters sees the Blues climb into the top four.
Prepare yourself for the following list of names because it is astonishing. Michael Caine, Jeremy Clarkson, Will Ferrell, Gordon Ramsey, Nigella Lawson and a whole host of other celebrities make up the Blues' famous supporters.
A list of that calibre is perhaps to be expected given the club's iconic status in world football after winning two Champions Leagues.
3. Arsenal
The top-ranked London-based side on this list, Arsenal have an incredibly rich history and have an equally impressive celebrity fanbase to go along with that.
Among famous fans of the club are Idris Elba, Piers Morgan, Lewis Hamilton, Matt Lucas, Jack Whitehall and Jeremy Corbyn.
In the form of Idris Elba, the North London side also boasts one of the more active famous fans, with the actor a huge part of the ‘No More Red' campaign run annually by the Gunners.
2. Liverpool
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING AND MORE!! You are one helluva manager and you’ll never be forgotten and more importantly YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE!! The Reds will miss you!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🔴🔴❤️https://t.co/owGsPKjxwu
— LeBron James (@KingJames) January 26, 2024
Falling just short of first place is Jurgen Klopp's side. Currently atop of the Premier League table, Liverpool are undoubtedly one of the biggest clubs in world football – which tends to be the case after winning a whopping six Champions Leagues.
Famous fans of the Reds include Samuel L. Jackson, Daniel Craig, LeBron James and even the late Nelson Mandela was reportedly a Liverpool fan.
Can Klopp bring success to those highly distinguished supporters one last time before he departs the club? They'll certainly be hoping so.
1. Manchester United
Despite being a shadow of their former selves for over ten years now, Manchester United are still the biggest and most supported club in England and find themselves at the top of this list as a result, an outcome unlikely to shock many.
The Red Devils' list is almost so long it's overwhelming, but some of the more notable celebrities that hold the club close to their hearts are Floyd Mayweather, Usain Bolt, Dave, Megan Fox, Stormzy and Rory Mcllroy.
When Floyd Mayweather turned up to his press conference with Ricky Hatton in a Manchester United shirt! 🎣 pic.twitter.com/vEi2LVfJEb
— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) September 29, 2022
Success may currently be absent from the pitch, but there is certainly an abundance of it in the stands at Old Trafford.
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