5 football clubs that sold the most jerseys in 2021

Cheering for their favorite team from the stands is on every football fan’s bucket list. Unfortunately, due to geographical constraints, most supporters fail to make it to the hallowed grounds for their club’s crucial clashes.

So, they do the next best thing. They buy their favorite jerseys, perform their own matchday rituals, and support their clubs from the comfort of their living rooms.

Football clubs, who earn a big chunk of their revenues through jersey sales, try to ship as many units as possible, attempting to get more popular and richer in the process.

As one would expect, European clubs, especially the ones playing in one of the top-five leagues, sell the most jerseys. Not only are their domestic matches broadcast all across the globe but tournaments like the Champions League also give their popularity a tangible boost.

Today, we will be taking a quick look at five football clubs that sold the most jerseys in 2021.

Spoiler alert: all five teams hail from Europe and have a rich history in the UEFA Champions League. Now without further ado, let’s get to it.

#5 Juventus (Adidas): 1.42 million jerseys sold

Last year, Serie A giants Juventus were the fifth-most popular club in Europe in terms of jersey sales. The club from Turin shipped 1.42 million jerseys in 2021, making them the most popular club in Italy.

The Binconeri had Cristiano Ronaldo, probably the most marketable footballer in the world, at their disposal until August and we believe they made the most of it.

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Unfortunately, the most popular Italian club failed to defend their Serie A title last season, losing out to a spirited Inter Milan side.

This season, too, they are struggling to find their footing and are currently fifth in the league table.

#4 Manchester United (Adidas): 1.95 million jerseys sold

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Often hailed as the most popular club in football, Manchester United are fourth on our list, having sold 1.95 million shirts in 2021.

The Red Devils finished second in the Premier League in the 2020-21 season and once again failed to win a trophy. Although they are in contention for another top-four finish this season, United don't look strong enough to end their trophy drought.

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Cristiano Ronaldo, the most followed personality on social media, returned to the club last summer. He took up the famed no.7 shirt again and his arrival further boosted jersey sales.

However, even the Portuguese’s magnetism has not been able to save United’s popularity from taking a nosedive.