According to UEFA.com’s European Club Landscape (2025) report, club football in Europe reached new heights last season, with over 240 million fans attending matches.
From domestic leagues to UEFA competitions, attendance records were broken across the continent.
The numbers highlight the enduring appeal of live football, even in an era dominated by streaming and digital coverage.
Manchester United take the lead
At the top of the attendance table is Manchester United, who attracted 2.2 million spectators across all competitions. Old Trafford maintained an impressive 97% capacity across the season.
United’s figures underline their global fan pull, keeping them ahead of rivals despite mixed results on the pitch.
Close behind were Real Madrid (2.05 million) and Inter Milan (just under two million). Both clubs benefited from strong domestic support and deep European runs.
Dortmund and Bayern dominate averages
When it comes to average matchday attendance, Borussia Dortmund again led Europe. With an average of 81,321 fans per game, the Yellow Wall ensured every game at Signal Iduna Park was a sell-out.
Bayern Munich also filled the Allianz Arena to its 75,000 capacity every match. The Bundesliga’s consistent sell-out culture shows why German clubs rank among the best-supported in world football.
Serie A and Premier League surge
Italy made a strong return to the elite, with Inter, AC Milan and AS Roma all ranking in the top 10 by average attendance. Their figures reflect Serie A’s resurgence and the enduring appeal of historic clubs.
In England, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United joined Man United in surpassing the million mark for total attendance. Arsenal in particular impressed, selling out virtually every game at the Emirates Stadium.
A growing pyramid of support
Seventeen domestic leagues recorded their highest attendance in at least a decade. UEFA Champions League matches regularly attracted crowds of 50,000 or more, showing the depth of fan engagement across all levels.
The 2024/25 season confirmed that while broadcast deals dominate financially, the heart of the game remains inside Europe’s packed stadiums.
Top 10 Clubs by Attendance (2024/25)
| Rank | Club | Total Attendance (All Competitions) | Average Attendance | Capacity Utilisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester United (ENG) | 2,200,268 | 73,342 | 97% |
| 2 | Real Madrid (ESP) | 2,053,673 | 73,345 | 85% |
| 3 | Inter Milan (ITA) | 1,996,917 | 68,859 | 88% |
| 4 | Barcelona (ESP) | 1,955,356 | ~70,000+ | 87% |
| 5 | Borussia Dortmund (GER) | 1,919,843 | 81,321 | 100% |
| 6 | Bayern Munich (GER) | 1,870,164 | 75,000 | 100% |
| 7 | AC Milan (ITA) | 1,757,158 | 66,984 | 89% |
| 8 | Arsenal (ENG) | 1,716,820 | 60,047 | 100% |
| 9 | Liverpool (ENG) | 1,690,123 | 60,210 | 98% |
| 10 | Tottenham Hotspur (ENG) | 1,610,987 | 59,725 | 97% |
