Over various periods, we have witnessed unbeaten teams that have avoided defeat for dozens of matches, a true testament to a team's dominance. The longest streaks are usually achieved by clubs currently reigning in the world and their respective countries. Below, we highlight a few of these teams and what it means from a bettor's perspective.
When noting the longest unbeaten streaks over the year, certain teams often appear. Bayern, for example, dominates most clubs in its league, as clearly shown by the Bundesliga results. Each year, they record several unbeaten matches, such as 12 in 2023, a standard for the Bavarian team.
Newcastle’s streak of 16 unbeaten matches is also impressive. To build such a remarkable streak, a balanced and in-form team is essential over several months, as well as a favorable Premier League schedule. A strong mindset and a coach who can get the best out of the players for more than just the season's start are also key.
In Polish competitions, Widzew Łódź has led the way for many years. From 1995 to 1996, they went 37 matches without a loss. During that period, they attracted the best players in Poland, many of whom were or would become national team players. For more stats and fun facts, including corner kick statistics, check out our other posts.
Legia Warsaw also had an impressive streak, but only in home matches: they remained unbeaten at home for 48 games between 1992 and 1994. As shown by the Polish league in the 1990s, some teams clearly stood out, and these long unbeaten streaks are evidence of that. Keep up with Ekstraklasa results for current updates.
The longest streaks in the top leagues are even more impressive. AC Milan’s 58-match unbeaten run between 1991 and 1993 is particularly memorable. During that time, the Milan team dominated Italy and Europe, featuring the iconic Dutch trio of Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullit, and Frank Rijkaard, supported by a solid defense led by Franco Baresi.
Liverpool's 42-match unbeaten run in 2019-20 is also noteworthy, though it isn’t the Premier League record. That honor goes to Arsenal’s 2003-04 season, known as the “Invincibles,” when they went unbeaten throughout the 2003-04 season, falling just one game short of reaching 50 matches.
Another notable run was Bayern’s in 2012-2014, when they went 53 matches unbeaten, just five games short of Milan’s record. Many consider that Bayern team one of the most enjoyable teams to watch in football history.
For bettors, tracking current winning and unbeaten streaks can be valuable. Consecutive losses can also reveal a lot about a team. Although it’s well known that teams tend to “break through” losing streaks just when you add them to your bet slip, it’s still a statistic worth considering.
When a team is on a winning streak, odds for their win tend to drop. This may encourage exploring other markets, like handicaps or total goals, to take advantage of the ongoing streak. Additionally, some bookmakers provide extensive statistics on their sites and apps, allowing bettors to quickly see which teams have active streaks.