European club football has held a commanding sway on world club football. However, outside the shores of Europe, some clubs could be described as giants and rightly so for their huge fan base, great organization, and state-of-the-art sporting facilities.
These clubs have all won numerous domestic and continental trophies, and they have produced some of the best players in the world, such as Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
It is worth noting that the level of competition outside of Europe is not as high as it is in Europe, so it is difficult to compare the best clubs in the world. However, the clubs listed above are all very successful and well-supported, and they play in some of the most passionate football leagues in the world.
In recent years, there has been a growing trend of European clubs investing in South American and Asian clubs. This is because European clubs are looking for new markets to expand into, and they also see the potential to sign talented young players from these regions.
The investment from European clubs has helped to raise the level of competition in South America and Asia. This has led to some very exciting matches and tournaments in recent years.
It is possible that in the future, the best football clubs in the world will come from outside of Europe. However, for now, the European clubs still dominate the global game.
Some of the best clubs outside Europe includes;
- South America: River Plate, Boca Juniors (Argentina), Corinthians, Palmeiras, São Paulo (Brazil)
- North America: CF Montreal (Canada), Club América, Guadalajara (Mexico)
- Asia: Al Hilal, Al Ittihad (Saudi Arabia), Al Sadd (Qatar), Guangzhou FC (China), Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (South Korea)
- Africa: Al Ahly, Zamalek (Egypt), Espérance ST (Tunisia), Wydad AC (Morocco), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
