WhatsApp Channels continue to dominate the messaging landscape, attracting millions of followers each month. The October 2025 ranking shows the ongoing power of sports and entertainment brands on the platform — with Real Madrid maintaining its firm grip at the top.
⚽ Real Madrid still leads the pack
With 66.7 million followers, Real Madrid remains the undisputed champion of WhatsApp Channels worldwide. The Spanish giant has managed to create a truly global community, proving once again that football fandom thrives on direct, exclusive content.
🔥 FC Barcelona strengthens its #2 position
FC Barcelona consolidates its runner-up status with 52 million followers. The club’s vibrant use of behind-the-scenes content and matchday updates keeps its fans deeply engaged.
🎬 Netflix keeps growing
With 32.1 million followers, Netflix remains the most followed entertainment brand on WhatsApp. Its content drops and global reach continue to make it a reference for non-sports channels.
📈 Manchester City and UEFA Champions League neck and neck
Manchester City climbs slightly with 23.2 million followers, just edging out the official UEFA Champions League channel (23.1 million). Both reflect the surging global appetite for football-related WhatsApp content.
⚽ Liverpool FC and Premier League stay strong
Liverpool FC holds 18.4 million followers, while the Premier League official channel keeps a solid 17.8 million, showing that English football remains a major magnet on WhatsApp.
🔻 Manchester United slips
Once among the top five, Manchester United now falls to 17.2 million followers, dropping one spot in October. The competition among football clubs on WhatsApp Channels is intensifying.
🗞 BBC News and 🎤 Shakira complete the Top 10
BBC News maintains its presence with 13.3 million followers, underlining the growing role of WhatsApp Channels as a trusted news source.
Meanwhile, Shakira slips to 10th place with 12.6 million followers, losing one position this month. Despite the drop, she remains the most followed individual artist on WhatsApp.
📊 Key Takeaways
- Sports dominate: 7 out of the 10 most popular WhatsApp Channels are football-related.
- Entertainment still matters: Netflix and Shakira keep the entertainment sector visible in the ranking.
- News on WhatsApp grows: BBC News confirms that audiences are turning to WhatsApp for real-time information.
💡 Why this matters
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