Social media has helped integrate Sports Celebrities with their fans, while negating the distance parameter. Sports Celebrities have since been able to interact with their fans across the globe and vice versa. Popularity of these Sports Celebrities is, often, rated by the followers on their Social Media Handles. Let us read about the top 10 of the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media. While 8 out of these 10 come from Football, just one celebrity feature each from Cricket and Basketball .
10. Zlatan Ibrahimović (Sweden, Football)
Swedish Footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović has been one of the most successful Footballers from his country. Zlatan is nicknamed God of Sweden by team fans, while God of Manchester by club fans. He is 10th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Ibrahimović has 26 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 41.3 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 6.3 Million followed on twitter. His goal against France at 2012 UEFA Euro Championships is a treat to his fans.
9. Andrés Iniesta (Spain, Football)
Spanish Footballer Andrés Iniesta is one of the FC Barcelona and Spain legends. The Footballer has not only two Euros, a World Cup, but also La Liga titles and two trebles to his name. He is 9th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Iniesta has 26 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 33.2 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 24.6 Million followers on twitter. His goal against Netherlands at the 2010 World Cup Final is one hell of a watch.
8. Mesut Özil (Germany, Football)
German Footballer Mesut Özil is match-winner not only with his passing but also has great goal-scoring abilities. The Germany and Arsenal Legend has a World Cup to his name. He is 8th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Özil has 31 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 21.7 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 24.7 Million followers on twitter. His goal against PFC Ludogorets Razgrad at the 2017-18 UEFA Europa League is something worth a watch.
7. Gareth Bale (Wales, Football)
Welsh Footballer Gareth Bale is one of the quickest, most exciting soccer players in the world. The free kick specialist has scored quite a few top goals for Real Madrid. He is 7th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Bale has 27 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 42.9 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 18.2 Million followers on twitter. His goal against FC Barcelona at the Copa del Rey Final 2014 is a treat to eyes.
6. James Rodríguez (Colombia, Football)
The Colombia Footballer James Rodríguez, reportedly, received a fee of 80 million Euros in 2011 for a 6-year contract. This Fee made him the most expensive Colombian Footballer, while also the fourth-most valuable football player ever. He is 6th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Rodríguez has 32 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 44.9 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 24.6 Million followers on twitter. His goals at the Bundesliga describe why he is so famous.
5. Virat Kohli (India, Cricket)
Indian Cricketer Virat Kohli is one of the most prolific scorers of current generation international Cricket. He has many Fastest to Runs milestones to his name, while also being the most successful Indian Captain. Virat, nicknamed the run machine, is 5th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media. He is the only Cricketer to feature in top 10. Another Indian Cricketer, MS Dhoni, is among the top 20 of this list. Interestingly, both these cricketers are from Indian Cricket, and led the team.
Kohli has 37 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 49.1 Millions. The Cricketer has, though, 33.6 Million followers on twitter. His century against Australia at Adelaide is here for the video lovers.
4. LeBron James (USA, Basketball)
American Basketball Legend LeBron James is among the greatest basketball players of all time. The Los Angeles Lakers Legend is a four-time NBA Most Valuable Player. He is 4th among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media. LeBron is the only Basketball Player to feature in top 10 of this list.
James has 23 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 59.1 Millions. The Basketball Player has , though, 45 Million followers on twitter. His best plays are here for a watch.
3. Neymar Jr. (Brazil, Football)
Brazilian Footballer Neymar Jr. is among the best players in the world. The ace footballer scored his 100th professional goal, when he was celebrating his 20th birthday. He is 3rd among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Neymar has 60 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 133 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 45.4 Million followers on twitter. His goal against Japan at the 2013 Confederations Cup is simply awesome, like any of his great goals.
2. Lionel Messi (Argentina, Football)
Argentina Legend Lionel Messi is often regarded at the best ever footballer from his country. He is often compared to football legends Pelé and Maradona for his skills. He is 2nd among the most followed Sports Celebrities on social media.
Messi has 90 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 142 Millions. The Footballer isn’t on twitter, while his YouTube has 0.83 Million subscribers. His goal against Getafe at the 2007 La Liga is, perhaps, among his best ever.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Football)
Portugal Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is not only known for incredible goal-scoring skills, but his dashing good looks as well. His extreme kindness, coupled with generosity off the field, has connected him to billions. He is the most followed Sports Celebrity on social media.
Ronaldo has 122 Million Facebook followers while his fans number on Instagram is 201 Millions. The Footballer has, though, 82.5 Million followers on twitter. His goal against Juventus at the 2018 Champions League Semi-Final 2nd Leg is, perhaps, among his top goals.