Top 5 best Halloween costumes worn by footballers

Halloween is upon us, marking the final festive weekend before the celebrations of Christmas and New Year. Despite their busy schedules, players from various backgrounds and beliefs have embraced Halloween in creative and spirited ways. It's a great opportunity to reflect on how sports can bring together individuals to celebrate in unique and enjoyable ways.

Here is the list of footballers who went wild with their Halloween costumes in recent years:

5) Neymar Junior (2017)

The Prince of Brazilian football and Brazil's highest-ever goal-scorer, Neymar Junior, is renowned for his exceptional style both on and off the field. He did not disappoint during the Halloween season. A standout moment in his costume choices was in 2017 when he embraced the Batman fandom by recreating Jared Leto’s version of the Joker. While this choice may have surprised some Batman fans who favour Heath Ledger's iconic portrayal, it certainly resonated with Halloween lovers everywhere. 

4) Lionel Messi with his eldest son Tiago (2018)

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and one of the greatest footballing talents in the world also showed up in spooky attire with his eldest son.

Lionel Messi had once showcased his creative side, particularly in comparison to his generational rival, Cristiano Ronaldo. 

While Ronaldo has typically not participated much in Halloween celebrations, Messi stood out in the year 2018 with a creative 'Skeleton-themed' costume alongside his older son, Tiago. 

3) Kylian Mbappe (2021)

Kylian Mbappe, the World Cup winner and one of the Galacticos signings, is undeniably the standout star on our list! The Frenchman has taken the footballing world by storm, not just dominating on the pitch but also making headlines off it. In the winter of 2021, he startled not only defenders but also some of his French fans by appearing in a Dark Clown costume for Halloween. With a striking fake left eye and a blood-stained clown smile, Mbappe left a memorable impression — proving he can captivate the audience both on and off the field!

2) Robert Lewandowski with his Wife (2019)

Polish International and Barcelona's prolific striker, Robert Lewandowski stands out as one of the most consistently remarkable football players during the Halloween season.

His commitment to be at the top extends beyond the pitch. Each year, he and his wife showcase a variety of striking looks, but nothing compares to their standout costume from 2019—a radiation-themed outfit that feels straight out of Gotham. Lewandowski and his wife perfectly embodied the 'Joker' couple.

1) Federico Valverde with his Family (2022)

Federico Valverde and his family showcased their creativity by embodying the DC/Halloween spirit with a fun clothing change video featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn, along with a mini-Batman. This clever costume choice received lots of love from Real Madrid fans.

Interestingly, one might even suggest that Valverde's portrayal of Gotham's Prince of Crime carries a more menacing quality than most other costumes on the list. The addition of tiny 'Batman' propels the cuteness levels of what is a family picture in general.