Arsenal, Nottingham fans ranked Premier League’s most disliked

Arsenal and Nottingham Forest supporters have been ranked the most disliked fanbases in the Premier League, according to a new social media study.

Both Arsenal and Nottingham Forest recorded a 43 per cent negative sentiment rating — the joint-highest in the division.

The report linked the figures to the intensity of online discourse, particularly during a heated title race and periods of heightened scrutiny.

It stated that the scale of debate surrounding Arsenal has amplified reactions to VAR decisions, refereeing controversies and post-match interviews.

British Gambler spokesperson Alex Kostin said: “Football fan culture doesn’t stop at the final whistle anymore, it plays out 24 hours a day online.

“So we’ve dived into the social media metrics to find out which clubs’ fanbase are the most disliked off the pitch.

“Arsenal topping the table reflects just how intense the discourse around them has been this season.”

Kostin added: “When you combine a title race, refereeing debates and one of the largest fanbases in the sport, every moment is magnified.

“The same applies to clubs like Nottingham Forest and Liverpool, with controversy and expectation naturally fuelling negative sentiment.

“Interestingly, some of the league’s most successful clubs this season – namely Manchester City or Aston Villa – recorded comparatively lower levels of negative sentiment toward their supporters.”

Liverpool followed with 41 per cent, while Everton and Crystal Palace both recorded 40 per cent.

Manchester United recorded 26 per cent negative sentiment, with Manchester City at 25 per cent.

The findings underscore how online discourse is shaping perceptions of fanbases during the current campaign.

Full list (Position – Club – Negative %):

1. Arsenal – 43%
2. Nottingham Forest – 43%
3. Liverpool – 41%
4. Everton – 40%
5. Crystal Palace – 40%
6. Tottenham – 37%
7. Wolves – 37%
8. Newcastle – 34%
9. West Ham – 34%
10. Leeds – 33%
11. Chelsea – 30%
12. Brighton – 29%
13. Brentford – 27%
14. Manchester United – 26%
15. Manchester City – 25%
16. Bournemouth – 25%
17. Burnley – 24%
18. Sunderland – 23%
19. Aston Villa – 21%
20. Fulham – 20%