Justin Bieber can be considered a supporter of Arsenal, but he is not a typical one-fan-for-life type. Over the years, he has shown interest in at least half a dozen clubs, though his connection with Arsenal has become the most visible in recent years. In short, he is a football enthusiast who enjoys being around the sport and its stars, rather than a die-hard fan of any single team.
His Recent Interactions with Arsenal
Bieber’s ties with Arsenal have grown noticeably stronger since 2024. The most talked-about event happened in July 2024. Arsenal were playing a preseason friendly against Manchester United at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Bieber attended the match, watched Arsenal win 2–1, and was later invited onto the pitch to meet the players.
According to a video posted on Arsenal’s official YouTube channel, Bieber was asked whether he should become an Arsenal fan. He replied, “It’s happening!” The Athletic reported that Bieber specifically asked to take photos with three Arsenal stars: Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz, and Ben White.
But the connection goes back further. In 2016, while on tour in London, Bieber visited Arsenal’s training ground. He met Mesut Özil and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and the two players exchanged shirts with him. That same year, in December, he was spotted jogging outdoors in Los Angeles wearing an Arsenal away shirt with his own name and the number 6 on the back.
In 2025, Bieber continued to show his Arsenal leaning. He posted photos on Instagram celebrating Arsenal’s big win over Crystal Palace while wearing the home shirt. He also appeared in a recording studio wearing an Arsenal jersey, which fans guessed was a good luck charm for his new music. Even Arsenal’s official social media account joined in the fun, posting a video with the caption “New member of the Gunners family?” — a playful tease for the fans.
A Complicated Football History
If you look at Bieber’s earlier public actions, you will see that his “support” has covered many clubs over more than a decade. The table below sums up the key moments.
| Year | Club | What He Did |
| 2011 | Chelsea | Visited Stamford Bridge in a Chelsea shirt, met Frank Lampard and Fernando Torres. |
| 2016–2017 | Barcelona | Visited Barcelona’s training ground, played with Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Luis Suárez, even scored a goal. |
| 2015 | Everton | Posted a photo on social media of himself playing football in an Everton shirt. |
| 2024–2025 | Arsenal | Watched a match live, met players, wore the shirt multiple times, said “It’s happening!” |
| 2025 | LAFC / Charlotte FC | Confirmed as an LAFC supporter; later sparked buzz by wearing a Charlotte FC shirt. |
As you can see, a pattern emerges. Whenever Bieber tours or visits a city, he often stops by a local famous club, meets the stars, and gets photographed in their gear. These actions look more like enjoying football culture and socializing than showing lifelong loyalty to one team.
One media outlet even called him a “football glory hunter”, listing all the clubs he has publicly supported: Chelsea, Barcelona, Arsenal, Everton, Liverpool, Real Madrid, Palmeiras, and many more. In Major League Soccer (MLS), he has been identified as an LAFC fan, yet in 2025 he wore a Charlotte FC shirt and posted it online — causing yet another round of questions.
So, How Should We Describe His Fandom?
The fairest way to put it is this: Justin Bieber has clearly expressed interest in Arsenal, but his football passion is broad and flexible.
If we judge by actions alone, Bieber does meet several basic criteria of an Arsenal supporter — he has watched them play live, met current players, worn the shirt on multiple occasions, and said on camera that it’s “happening.” Since 2024, Arsenal has been the European club he mentions and wears most often.
However, none of these actions prove exclusive loyalty. Bieber has never claimed “I am an Arsenal fan for life,” nor has he denied his past connections with Barcelona or Chelsea. A more accurate description is that he is a genuine football lover who enjoys showing that love publicly — and Arsenal is simply the latest, most visible stop on his long football journey.
What Do Arsenal Fans Think?
For most Arsenal supporters, Bieber’s attention is seen as an interesting sign of the club’s growing global brand. A world-famous pop star wearing the shirt and posing with players is free publicity. When Arsenal’s social media joked about him being a “new member”, it was clearly done in good humor. The club knows how to use a celebrity moment for engagement.
Whether Bieber is a “real Gunner” or a “temporary Gunner” probably does not matter much. Arsenal gets a little extra pop-culture spotlight, and Bieber gets to enjoy another chapter in his football adventures. After all, in just the past year or so, he has been seen wearing shirts of Arsenal, Barcelona, LAFC, and Charlotte FC. That kind of club-hopping might be the most honest picture of Justin Bieber the football fan.