The Premier League once again saw packed stadiums across England during an eventful 2025/26 season, which concluded with Arsenal lifting the trophy after an impressive campaign.

England is home to some of the finest football venues in the world, and getting a ticket to watch top-flight action remains a challenge, particularly when it comes to the biggest clubs with passionate fanbases.

So which clubs managed to attract the largest number of supporters through their turnstiles over the past season?

Aston Villa drew close to 42,000 fans on average for their home fixtures this year. However, that figure is expected to drop next season as redevelopment work commences on the North Stand. Once completed, Villa Park’s capacity will rise to more than 50,000, just in time for the ground to host matches at Euro 2028.

Sunderland made a strong return to the Premier League in 2025 and stormed straight into the top ten for average attendances, pushing Chelsea down to 11th place. The Stadium of Light will welcome European football next season after manager Regis Le Bris guided the Black Cats to qualification for the UEFA Europa League.

Newcastle United comfortably outperformed their north-east rivals, regularly drawing crowds of nearly 53,000 to St. James’ Park. The Magpies are considering either expanding their current stadium or constructing a brand-new venue at Leazes Park, though many supporters would find it heartbreaking to part with such an iconic ground.

Everton have rejoined the Premier League’s top clubs in terms of attendance after moving into their new home, the Hill Dickinson Stadium. The new venue accommodates 13,000 more fans than Goodison Park, which has now become the home ground for the Toffees’ women’s team.

Manchester City also completed an expansion project this season, adding a new North Stand named in honour of Pep Guardiola. The upgraded section made its debut on the final day of the campaign, when more than 60,000 supporters turned up to witness Guardiola’s final match as manager. The addition of nearly 8,000 seats has made the Etihad the fourth-largest stadium in the Premier League.

It’s remarkable to think that two decades have passed since the Emirates Stadium first opened. This season, barely a seat went unfilled as Arsenal surged towards their first league title in 22 years. In October, the club announced plans to further expand capacity to exceed 70,000 seats.

Anfield has undergone significant redevelopment over the last 15 years, increasing its capacity from around 47,000 to 61,000. Despite a somewhat disappointing season for Liverpool, the historic ground remained almost full for each home match, reflecting the unwavering support of the Reds’ fanbase.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium remains one of the most advanced football arenas globally, though the quality of football on display over the last two seasons has not matched its world-class facilities.

West Ham United’s move to the former 2012 Olympic Games stadium has consistently helped them draw large crowds. However, that strong home support could not prevent a dismal campaign that ended in relegation to the Championship.

Manchester United once again recorded the highest average attendance in English football, continuing their long-standing dominance in this regard. However, plans are in motion to build a new stadium to replace the ageing Old Trafford, which has seen better days.