As the sports year wraps up, Sofascore Season 2024 highlights the thrilling moments, players, and teams that defined the year for fans worldwide. Beyond your personal overview (about which we already wrote and you can read it here), we’ve gathered some exciting global stats that showcase what sports enthusiasts like you followed most. From most-opened teams to the top players, events, and sports, here’s what grabbed the world’s attention in 2024!
Top Teams: Real Madrid Lead the Way
When it comes to team popularity, Real Madrid continue to reign supreme. They secured their place as the most-followed and most-opened team in Sofascore this year, the only team to surpass 4 million followers.
The reigning Spanish and European champions edged out their eternal rivals Barcelona for the top spot. While three English powerhouses—Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal —rounded out the top five, there were some interesting surprises:
- Arsenal earned fourth place for the most-opened team, despite not being among the top five most-followed. Their passionate fanbase kept them at the forefront of attention.
- Meanwhile, despite their massive following, Manchester United didn’t make the most-opened team list this year.
Here’s the Top 5 Most-Opened Teams:
Real Madrid’s dominance is no surprise after another remarkable season, but Arsenal’s presence proves the growing excitement around their performances.
Top Players: Mbappé Claims the Crown
Football is a star-driven game, and in 2024, Kylian Mbappé took the spotlight as the most-viewed player in the Sofascore app.
Mbappé’s highly-anticipated move to Real Madrid in June was a blockbuster moment that sent shockwaves through the sports world. Combined with his stellar performances on the pitch, the French superstar claimed the top spot.
Trailing behind him are two legends who continue to captivate fans despite their careers entering twilight years:
- Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League
- Lionel Messi lighting up the MLS
Interestingly, the list also features emerging talent like Lamine Yamal and Jude Bellingham, representing the future of football.
Here’s the Top 5 Most-Viewed Players:
Despite their age, Ronaldo and Messi remain fan favorites. However, Mbappé and Bellingham’s performances point to an exciting generational shift in football.
Top Sports: Football Leads, But Others Shine
Out of the 25 sports available on the Sofascore platform, it’s no surprise that football came out on top as the most-followed sport of the year. With multiple blockbuster events like:
- UEFA EURO 2024
- Copa América
- Africa Cup of Nations
- AFC Asian Cup
- Paris 2024 Olympic tournament
Football fans enjoyed a calendar packed with high-stakes drama and unforgettable moments.
However, other sports also grabbed significant attention:
- Tennis claimed the second spot, buoyed by thrilling Grand Slam battles and emerging stars.
- Basketball came in third, with leagues like the NBA and EuroLeague keeping fans hooked.
- Table Tennis and Ice Hockey rounded out the top five.
Interestingly, Ice Hockey stood out as the only sport in the top five that wasn’t part of the Olympics this year. Improvements in Sofascore’s coverage helped elevate its popularity.
Here’s the Top 5 Most-Followed Sports:
Top Events: Unmissable Matches of 2024
Some matches define the year, capturing fans’ attention across the globe. In 2024, Sofascore users followed these Top 5 most-watched events:
Real Madrid featured in three of the top five matches, highlighting their global popularity and knack for delivering dramatic encounters. Matches like their high-scoring draw with Manchester City kept fans glued to live updates.
Spain is well represented across all five events, whether by a club or the national team. From Mikel Merino’s last-minute extra-time winner against Germany to Mikel Oyarzabal’s title-clinching strike against England, La Furia Roja fans made sure to turn up—alongside plenty of German and English supporters too!
A Year to Remember in Sports
Sofascore Season 2024 celebrates the passion, excitement, and dedication of fans like you. From Real Madrid’s dominance to Kylian Mbappé’s rise, this year was filled with unforgettable moments.
The numbers tell a story, but every fan has their own journey. Whether you tracked matches, followed players, or explored new sports, Sofascore was with you every step of the way.
What teams, players, or events defined your Sofascore Season? Open the app, discover your role in the Sofascore club, and relive the highlights of an incredible sports year!
Here’s to an even more exciting 2025. Stay connected. Stay passionate.