Cashing In on Champions League: A Financial Breakdown of PSG and Inter's Clash
Champions League Victors Unveiled by Sky Sport
Here's an intriguing tidbit from Sky Sport, a renowned UK publication. They've crunched the numbers for this season's Champions League finalists and made an eye-opening revelation. Regardless of who lifts the trophy, PSG and "Inter" have smashed records, setting new highs for their respective clubs and the nation, in terms of participation in the prestigious tournament. With the grand finale just around the corner on May 31 in Munich, Germany, these two rivals have raked in a staggering €270 million collectively.
PSG's earnings stand at €138 million, while Inter has pocketed €132 million. Should either team snag the title, an additional €10.5 million will be added to the winning club's coffers. As for who's favored to secure the title, bookmakers have their money on PSG, which has never tasted victory in the main European cup. Contrastingly, Inter boasts three Champion's Cup trophies in its trophy room.
Diving Deeper: The Numbers Game
Let's delve a tad deeper into the financial aspect of their European campaign:
- PSG is looking at a potential €18.5 million just for making it to the final, akin to other finalists. Add to that €34 million in TV rights and marketing, as well as €11 million from additional marketing efforts, and PSG's total earnings could soar as high as €64 million, excluding matchday revenue, sponsorships, and subsequent competitions.
- If PSG manages to clinch the Champions League, they would stand to earn over €150 million in prize money alone. That's a considerable financial boost.
- Inter has banked €18.6 million as a base fee and an additional €13.3 million from their impressive league phase performance, with six wins and a draw. From the knockout stages, they've earned €13 million for qualifying, €12.5 million for vanquishing Feyenoord, €15 million for defeating Bayern Munich, and €18.5 million for ousting Barcelona. That amounts to approximately €72.3 million in prize money. A win in the final would add €6.5 million to their earnings, and participating in the UEFA Super Cup would add an extra €4 million.
Additional Revenue on the Horizon
- Both teams have the potential to rake in additional revenue, should they win the Champions League. The winner of the UEFA Super Cup receives €4 million, while the victor of the FIFA Club World Cup takes home a whopping $40 million.
Bonus Round: Some Intriguing Insights
- Sky Sport's calculation doesn't consider matchday revenue, sponsorships, or proceeds from subsequent competitions. The actual earnings of both clubs could be significantly higher.
- More on Xavi's long-term coaching plans
- Donnarumma surges past Salah, Rafinha, and Lewandowski in Golden Ball contender rankings
- The race for Donnarumma's transfer is heating up, with three top clubs vying for his signature.
- The bookmakers are favouring PSG to win the Champions League, a tournament they have never previously claimed victor in.
- Should PSG succeed in lifting the Champions League trophy, they would earn approximately €150 million in prize money alone.
- Xavi's long-term coaching plans are a subject of intrigue among football enthusiasts.
- In the Golden Ball contender rankings, Inter's goalkeeper Donnarumma has surpassed the likes of Salah, Rafinha, and Lewandowski.
- The race for Donnarumma's transfer is intensifying, with three top clubs competing vigorously to secure his signature.
