West Ham United posted the tenth highest average attendance in the world last season, drawing an impressive 62,407. This figure was the second highest in the Premier League, trailing only Manchester United who averaged 73,815 at Old Trafford.
Topping the global list was River Plate with a remarkable 84,782 spectators turning out on average to see the Argentinian Primeria Division side.
What makes West Ham’s attendance figures particularly noteworthy is that they managed to attract such large crowds despite a poor home record – winning just 5 league games at the London Stadium and failing to register a single home victory against any of the [Premier League’s](https://www.claretandhugh.info/premier-league-bio/) top ten sides.
Remarkable really given the rubbish served up last season that Hammers fans continued to show up in such numbers.
A number of clubs featuring above West Ham in attendance rankings enjoyed successful campaigns, which makes the Hammers position even more impressive. More surprising, however are yet some of the clubs that are ranked below them.
Champions League winners, Paris Saint -Germain came in 32nd with 47,676, while Barcelona were 34th with 45,953.
With a modest transfer budget and a difficult season behind them, West Ham must deliver better results in 2025-26 to sustain these strong attendance numbers. A half empty stadium in the Championship is a scenario the club will be desperate to avoid.