Best soccer clubs worldwide 2023, by Soccer Power Index

The Soccer Power Index ranks domestic soccer teams in the world based on goals scored, adjusted goals, shot-based expected goals and non-shot expected goals. These criteria produce offensive and defensive ratings for each team which are then converted to an overall score on the Soccer Power Index. According to the index, Manchester City is currently the second best club team worldwide, with a Soccer Power Index score of 91.4.

The rise of Manchester City

In the 2021/22 season, Manchester City claimed the domestic treble in England, having won the Premier League title for the sixth time. Since being taken over by the Abu Dhabi United Group in August 2008, Manchester City’s rise has been astronomical. Following a huge cash injection, the club was able to attract big names and titles soon followed. The club’s brand value also increased tenfold between 2012 and 2022.

European giants

The most prestigious European tournament is undoubtedly the Champions League, in which the top teams from the domestic leagues battle it out in group stages, followed by a knockout stage until there is only one team left. Real Madrid have dominated the competition in recent times and have taken home the trophy five times since 2013/14. They currently sit top of the pile of all-time Champions League winners, with 14 titles to their name.