The 9 Most Electrifying Teams in Football History - Can Your Favorite Side Cut It?

Football is a sport that thrives on entertainment value. The beautiful game, as it is often coined, is one that has captivated millions across the globe. While some teams focus solely on defensive solidity, others prefer to go all guns blazing in pursuit of victory.

From Premier League giant killers to European powerhouses, we have compiled a list of the nine most entertaining teams in football history. These teams, which include Premier League sides Tottenham and Leicester City, are known for their high-intensity displays, outlandish scorelines, and some of the most exciting players to ever step foot on a football field.

So without further ado, let us kick off the countdown with the first of these electrifying teams.

9. Tottenham Hotspur (2014-2017)

Under the leadership of Mauricio Pochettino, Tottenham underwent a rapid transformation during the 2010s. This team, with the likes of Harry Kane and Christian Eriksen, was a thrilling watch, with their attacking brand of football leading them to some truly spectacular victories.

From humiliating Chelsea 5-3 to becoming the first team in Premier League history to come from behind and win at both Manchester City and Manchester United, Tottenham's 2014-2017 team was instrumental in cementing Spurs as one of the most entertaining teams in the world.

8. Liverpool (2017-2020)

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool side of 2017-2020 was a whirlwind success. The thrilling duo of Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah scored goals for fun as the Reds went on to capture the hearts of football fans worldwide.

Who can forget the Anfield faithful roaring on their side as Liverpool overcame a seemingly insurmountable lead against Barcelona in the 2018-2019 Champions League semifinals? Their success was not just a marvel of Premier League excellence but an affront to pessimists everywhere.

7. Manchester United (2006-2009)

Under the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United redefined what it means to play entertaining football in the mid-2000s. With the likes of Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Ryan Giggs leading the attack, United left the rest of the Premier League chasing their shadows.

United demonstrated its superiority on numerous occasions during this era. Their dominance over traditional rivals was nearly total, culminating in league and Champions League titles.

6. Atletico Madrid (2012-2014)

It is no surprise that the enigmatic Diego Simeone ended up at Atletico Madrid. The Argentine, known for his exceptional tenacity on the pitch, made an easy transition to Atletico, which reflected his own attitude toward the game.

The gritty duo of Diego Godin and Miranda at the back safeguarded Atletico's rearguard, which proved to be as fierce as the attacking partnerships featuring Radamel Falcao and Diego Costa. As a testament to the team's consistency, Atletico won La Liga in 2013-2014.

5. Arsenal (2003-2004)

Widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in Premier League history, the Invincibles under Arsene Wenger stood apart from the competition. Their legendary Invincible campaign in 2003-2004 culminated in a league win, making them the first top-flight team to go a full season without sustaining a defeat.

This ensemble cast of footballing masterminds boasted exuberant displays that stunned teams time and again. Featuring an excellent array of players such as Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, and Robert Pires, Arsenal epitomized what made the Premier League an imposing entity worldwide.

4. Barcelona (2008-2011)

When Pep Guardiola took charge at Barcelona, the footballing fraternity witnessed something truly magical. Watching a side consisting of Xavi Hernandez, Lionel Messi, and Andres Iniesta take to the field could very well change one's perception of what passes as great football.

Blending sublime style and elegance, Barcelona ruled with authority, and for the most part, led through example. They might not have been the strongest, but technical nous provided them an uncanny edge against better-muscled adversaries.

3. Ajax (1994-1996)

Louis van Gaal crafted an innovative side filled with the quintessential Ajax spirit. The seeds planted in Amsterdam in the early 1990s produced their desired fruits as Edwin van der Sar, Frankie de Boer, and Ronald de Boer stepped into their shoes and forged ahead to establish their legacy in Ajax lore.

If Ajax's playing staff, featuring talents such as Patrick Kluivert and Edgard Davids, seemed too young and inexperienced, their collective defensive prowess, dexterity in space, and seamless counter-attacking plays soon came to dominate world football.

2. Leicester City (2015-2016)

No team exhibits the improbable nature of an overnight sensation more than the Leicester City side mentored by Claudio Ranieri in 2015-2016. At the nadir of expectations having faced probable relegation the previous season, the Foxes chose to confront fate straight on.

This outlandish tale plays like the script of an underdog baseball film, which, although surreal, somehow feels organic. And yet, for the inhabitants of Leicester, that inconceivable ride did transpire into glory, with Jamie Vardy becoming the embodiment of the extraordinary.

1. AC Milan (2002-2007)

Carlo Ancelotti transformed the once-faltering AC Milan into the very epicenter of European football. Milan not only enjoyed an incredible run in various major tournaments but it also became the pioneering 'team of tacticians' guided by the then AC Milan tactician, Carlo Ancelotti, whose battle-readiness dominated, shaped most UEFA rival clashes.

Employing their full range of playing talent from one end of the pitch to the other, Milan eventually established itself as formidable Champions League opponents, establishing a standard the others sought to overthrow.