10 Most Popular Football Leagues in the World Right Now

January 2, 2021 By Sourav

Every major or final football nation has its own Football League and so like in any other case there ought to be arguments regarding which is the best Football League. Football leagues are the rage all throughout the world as all the best players in the world play together in a way they can’t at the international level. Here we countdown the 10 Most Popular Football Leagues in the World Right Now.

Most Popular Football Leagues In The World Right Now

10. MLS

The football league of USA, MLS, is still in its infancy and yet to achieve the popularity of the other leagues in this list but it’s been growing on a phenomenal level. Most of this growth can be contributed to the fact that some of the best players in the world after retiring from the top clubs in the world are coming here.

One of the most handsome footballers, David Beckham, played for LA Galaxy and Steven Gerrard also added some glamour to this football league. MLS deserves its place among the most popular football leagues in the world right now.

9. Argentine Primera

As the name suggests this league belongs to Argentina and has over the years has produced numerous talented players including two of the greatest football players of all time, Messi and Maradona. With the recent growth in the Argentine economy, the league has also seen substantial growth.

With fierce competition and strong teams, it is one of the lesser-known leagues that are really great to watch. This league now occupies ninth place in the list of most popular football leagues in the world right.

8. Liga MX

Liga MX is the Mexican football league and is one of the most exciting ones to watch. The unique style of Mexican football that has awed the spectators during the World Cup is seen plenty here. The league is pretty complicated as it is divided into two parts Clausura and Apertura.

One of the most aggressive leagues in the world, it’s a goal-fest in Liga MX with some of the highest average goals per match. This league now also holds its place among the most popular football leagues in the world right.

7. Ukrainian Premier League

At number 7 spot in the list of most popular football leagues in the world right is the Ukrainian Premier League. Though it hasn’t made much impact on the European Champions League yet and is yet to find and cultivate local talent to put it on the map of major leagues in the world, it has always proven to be a tough away fixture for the elite teams of Europe.

The top team in the league, Shakhtar, has defeated teams like Arsenal and Chelsea so it has muscles but the league is not competitive as Shakhtar's monopoly over the league leaves little to the excitement of the fans.

6. Brasileirao

Brazil is the mecca of football and this league is the holy grail of the Brazilian fans as greats like Pele, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Garrincha, Zico, Carlos, Neymar, etc started their careers here. This league is the perennial hotbed of talents to be discovered and thus the quality of football and competitiveness is pretty high.

With an average of 1.23 goals a match, it is one of the most entertaining leagues out there. This league also made some of the best prospects in football since its inauguration.

5. Eredivisie

At number 5 in the most popular football leagues in the world right, is Eredivisie of Netherlands. Despite being the hotbed of emerging talent for a long time, Eredivisie is not usually considered as the Top 5 football leagues in the world but statistics prove otherwise.

With an average of 1.7 goals a match and the top 4 having just a 4 points difference it’s fiercely competitive despite not having a good representation at Europa or the Champions League.

4. Seria A

The number 4 spot in the most popular football leagues in the world right now is occupied by Serie A of Italy. It’s sad to see Serie A in its current condition considering that it was once the finest league in the world and its teams like Juventus and AC Milan dominated European football. But, now it feels like another age.

Though the teams still have a bit of their old sheen, their aura is long gone. Match-fixing scandals in Serie A and economic problems have spelled doom for this once great league. However, the recent inclusion of Cristiano Ronaldo in the league added some glamour and class to the Italian competition.

3. Bundesliga

German Bundesliga has been a dominant force in the European scene, its constant representation in Europa and Champions League is commendable. Home to Bayern Munich which is considered to be the best club in the world right now, people have questioned the league’s competitiveness as Bayern is on another level compared to other teams.

But now, teams like Dortmund have been giving Bayern a run for their money. With 1.59 goals per match, games here are filled with goals.

2. La Liga

Despite having the most popular football players' talents in the world and two of the richest football clubs, La Liga has not yet face the same success as the English Premier League. This league definitely hosts some of the most exciting matches, but it still holds its place behind the English league.

That is mainly because outside of the top 3, there is hardly any team that can give competition to the giants. Though it has a close title finish, the overall competitiveness of the league is quite mediocre.

1. English Premier League

The most popular football league in the world right now is the English Premier League. Though it might not have the best players in the world, it does provide the biggest entertainment. However, the quality of football has suffered in recent years due to declining success at the European level.

But, it still is the most entertaining league where even the minnows can give the Giants a run for their money. Highly physical and competitive, the league is home to some of the best football managers in the world like Arsene Wenger, Jurgen Klopp, etc.

So, these were the most popular football leagues in the world right now. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments down below.