Sports around the world
We surveyed expats all over the globe about their favourite sports … here’s what we found out.
Let’s talk sports
Out of 400 expats we’ve surveyed, 70% said they were interested in sports. That’s a lot of fans!
A worldwide attraction
These are the most popular sports with expats, globally:*
Football (Soccer) |
79% |
Motor sports |
67% |
Golf |
62% |
Track & Field |
61% |
Tennis |
51% |
Individual sports occupy four out of the five top spots with expats
*We surveyed 400 expats living outside their country of citizenship as of October 2017.
In a league of their own
Leagues generating the most interest across all regions:
1. European football (soccer)
- English Premier League
- La Liga
- Serie A
- Bundesliga
2. U.S. domestic sports
- National Hockey League
- National Basketball Association
- National Football League (NFL)
- Major League Baseball
United we stand
More expats follow Manchester United than any other team — in any sport — in the world.
G’day mate
Australian expats are most likely to carry their sporting heritage with them when they relocate.
Livin’ in America
Expats living in the U.S. adopt American sports in big numbers.
Football (NFL) |
88% |
Basketball |
86% |
Baseball |
80% |
A “wicket” popular sport
Nearly half (49%) of all expats living in the UK are interested in cricket.
Honourable mention
Respondents named more than 600 different teams they support, but only eight individual athletes were mentioned:
- Roger Federer Tennis
- James Harden Basketball
- Virat Kohli Cricket
- Lionel Messi Football (Soccer)
- Kei Nishikori Tennis
- Christiano Ronaldo Football (Soccer)
- Serena Williams Tennis
- Tiger Woods Golf
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Our business is built on understanding expats. So, whether it’s their favourite sports teams or what they need to succeed while on assignment, we know what they need to be happy, healthy and productive. We can help provide the peace-of-mind and confidence that comes from a comprehensive benefits strategy. From pre-trip planning to care while living away from home, our extensive offerings help take the stress out of moving abroad.