A part of betting on football is understanding which of the clubs participating is more likely to win the match. As the most popular football leagues all take place in Europe, in this article, we would like to focus on some of the best and most popular clubs, and talk about what the favorite clubs to bet on are. Without further ado, let us delve into the meat and potatoes.
Real Madrid
Go to any social media website where football fans congregate, and you will find that Real Madrid is consistently thought of as the most successful, most impressive, and most popular club in the game. The Spanish team has dominated the La Liga for years, and is without a doubt the most successful club in the league.
On an international level, the Madrid-based club is also hugely successful. Regionally, they’ve won over 20 gold trophies, and hold several records for most wins. They’ve also won five FIFA Club World Cups, a shared record. When talking about betting on soccer, there is no doubt that Real Madrid are superstars. Every year, millions of Euros go into backing the club at various bookies, and they will likely remain the most successful club in football for years to come.
Barcelona
Right behind Real Madrid is Barcelona. Spain’s second most popular club, and one of Real Madrid’s biggest rivals, Barca has a massive online following, as well as a dedicated fan base and punter base. They’ve won three FIFA Club World Cups, 27 La Liga titles, and a record of 31 Copa del Rey titles. Barca is just as successful internationally, as they are domestically, and have a huge following worldwide.
With such a huge following, it isn’t much of a shock to learn that Barca is a favorite at online and land-based sportsbooks. Their impressive success rate has made them an instant favorite to wager on. Of course, the odds change quite significantly when they face off against their long-time rival, Real Madrid. When those two clash, the game can, pretty much, go either way.
Manchester United
Of course, England’s most popular and successful club has to make the list. The English Premier League is the biggest domestic football tournament in the world, watched by billions of fans worldwide. And Manchester United is the undisputed king of the EPL.
Of course, in recent memory, the Red Devil have not done well for themselves. They’ve not had a championship in years, and in the past couple of tournaments they’ve struggled to reach the top five. However, their history of domination makes them a fan favorite, and to this day, many still wager on the Red Devils, even if it is not recommended by the bookies.
Honorable Mentions
The three clubs we’ve discussed in this article are certainly some of the most notable and most beloved clubs in the world. However, there are a ton of other football teams whose performances have made them fan favorites at betting sites. The following is a list of clubs that get a ton of wagers.
- Manchester City
- Arsenal
- Bayern Munich
- Paris Saint-Germain
- Juventus
