Getty A study revealed the biggest football fans in the world, with a not-so-surprising nation beating out giants like Brazil and the UK.
There is no question that football, or soccer as some call it, is the most popular sport in the world. Its broad appeal across the globe has led to events such as the FIFA World Cup 2026 becoming the largest sporting event on the planet. So, it’s fair to ask which country has the biggest football fans in the world.
A recent study revealed the country with the biggest football fans in the world.
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