UEFA’s financial report for the Champions League reveals significant income for clubs during the 2024-25 season. This season marked a shift in the tournament’s format, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerging as champions and leading in revenue.
PSG’s Financial Dominance
PSG achieved a remarkable €144.4 million in earnings, surpassing all other participating clubs. Their closest competitor, Inter Milan, which finished as the runner-up, garnered €136.6 million. This financial success reflects PSG’s strong performance both on the field and through UEFA’s new revenue-sharing model.
Top Revenue Generating Clubs
- PSG: €144.4 million
- Inter Milan: €136.6 million
- Arsenal: €116.9 million
- Barcelona: €116.5 million
- Bayern Munich: €105.8 million
- Borussia Dortmund: €102.1 million
- Real Madrid: €102 million
Several Spanish clubs also reported significant earnings. Barcelona, for instance, earned €116.5 million after reaching the semifinals. Atletico Madrid and Girona saw revenues of €85 million and €29.9 million, respectively.
Impact of New Champions League Format
The new revenue distribution model has been beneficial for many teams. It combines television income with historical performance, allowing clubs like Manchester City, despite an early exit, to generate €77 million. This reflects the ongoing evolution of financial dynamics within European football.
Projected Financial Growth
The UEFA report anticipates net income of €3.55 billion, with 93.5% allocated to participant clubs and 6.5% retained for UEFA’s initiatives. For the 2024-25 season, actual revenues are expected to exceed €4.41 billion, alongside decreased competition costs of €363.1 million, below initial estimates.
The financial landscape shows that teams are increasingly leveraging tournament success into substantial earnings. The upcoming presentation of the UEFA financial report on February 12, 2025, promises further insights into this transformation, underlining the growing significance of financial performance in European football.
