WANA (Nov 12) – The International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) has released its list of the top 500 football clubs in the world for 2025, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) taking the top spot. Among Iranian teams, Tractor was ranked 264th, earning the title of Iran’s best club. Esteghlal and Sepahan also appeared in the global rankings.

 

According to the IFFHS report, PSG claimed first place after winning the UEFA Champions League and completing a treble in the 2024–25 season. Real Madrid and Chelsea followed in second and third place, respectively.

 

Representing Iran, Tractor, the reigning Persian Gulf Pro League champion, ranked 264th, followed by Esteghlal at 322nd and Sepahan at 427th.

 

The top 10 clubs in the 2025 global rankings are:

  1. Paris Saint-Germain
  2. Real Madrid
  3. Chelsea
  4. Inter Milan
  5. Bayern Munich
  6. Barcelona
  7. Borussia Dortmund
  8. Palmeiras
  9. Arsenal
  10. Flamengo

 

At the Asian level, leading clubs include Al Hilal, Al Ahli, Kawasaki Frontale, Al Nassr, and Vissel Kobe, reflecting the growing strength of Asian football in recent years.

Iranian Football Team, Tractor

Iranian Football Team, Tractor. Social media/ WANA News Agency