The official Top 10 Most Popular WhatsApp Channels Global ranking for December 2025 is here, and it clearly reinforces one major trend: the world’s love for football and premium entertainment is driving massive subscriber counts on the platform!

This month’s figures demonstrate the immense scale and reach that the world’s leading brands and teams have achieved through the WhatsApp Channels feature.

Football Giants Reign Supreme at the Top

European football clubs continue to lead the charge, commanding staggering followings that dwarf the competition:

• Real Madrid solidifies its position as the undisputed leader, topping the list with an incredible 65.1 million followers.
• FC Barcelona remains a powerhouse, taking the second spot with 50.3 million followers.

The passion for football is undeniable, with half of the top ten spots claimed by clubs and related organizations:

• Man City (4th, 23.1M followers)
• UEFA Champions League (5th, 22.8M followers)
• Liverpool FC (6th, 18.4M followers)
• Premier League (7th, 18M followers)
• Manchester United (8th, 16.3M followers)

The sheer volume of followers accumulated by these sports entities highlights the platform’s vital role in delivering instant game updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes access to a global fanbase.

Entertainment and News Maintain Strong Presence

While football dominates the leaderboard, content and news providers are successfully leveraging the direct connection offered by WhatsApp Channels:

• Netflix stands firm as the highest-ranking entertainment brand, securing the third position with a robust 31.8 million followers. This success underscores the audience’s appetite for instant updates on new releases and exclusive previews.
• BBC News represents the global news sector, holding the 9th spot with 12.8 million followers, proving that trusted, real-time news delivery is highly valued by users.
• The Indian entertainment industry makes its mark with superstar Katrina Kaif closing out the Top 10, boasting 12.4 million followers. This demonstrates the influential role of major celebrities in driving user adoption and engagement on the platform, particularly in key global markets.

The Full Global Top 10 (December 2025)

What Does This Mean? The December 2025 ranking confirms WhatsApp Channels as a powerful marketing and communication tool. Brands and creators looking to achieve global scale must focus on high-engagement content (live sports, major entertainment) and leverage star power to build massive, dedicated audiences.