Top five most valuable soccer teams in the world 2024

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Published at :May 11, 2024 at 3:29 PM

Modified at :May 11, 2024 at 4:09 PM

(Courtesy : DFL./Bundesliga)

These are some of the most widely recognised football clubs globally

Football/Soccer, the world’s most famous and beloved sport, not only captivates audiences with its exhilarating matches but also drives significant financial investments. As of 2024, the football landscape is filled with powerhouse clubs whose value transcends borders. Football is an extremely lucrative sport and some of the biggest clubs in the world are now valued over billions of dollars.

The football industry is witnessing a significant rise in value, this figure is calculated by Sportico. They have calculated the revenue streams based on figures published by club accounts. The revenue figures are broken down into three categories, broadcast, commercial and matchday. It is not very surprising to see the Premier League clubs dominating the list. Here are the top five most valuable soccer teams in the world as of 2024:

5. Bayern Munich – $4.8 billion

In many ways, Bayern Munich are run like the ideal football club. They rarely overextend themselves in the transfer market and yet they regularly go deep in Europe and come out on top of their domestic league. Bayern Munich are valued at $4.8 billion. They went on an 11-year Bundesliga title-winning streak but unfortunately, this season Bayer Leverkusen beat them in the title race to win the league. They have won more titles than the other German clubs combined.

4. Liverpool – $5.1 billion

The Reds have managed their finances well over the years as the club has made great strides on and off the pitch. They have a squad which is capable of competing at the very top. T

hey have one of the best fanbases in the world and without a doubt, they are one of the most well-run football clubs in Europe. Liverpool are the fourth most valuable club in the world and the second in English football. The Merseyside club is valued at $5.1bil.

3. FC Barcelona – $5.2 billion

Despite the financial turmoil and the difficulties faced by the club in the last few years, Barcelona still rank as the third most valuable club in the world. The club had to get creative with its finances last summer by pulling several financial levers, but slowly they are improving their finances as the club is focusing more on stability as the manager Xavi Hernandez will stay for another season.

The Catalan club are valued at $5.28 billion, they are rebuilding their stadium, Camp Nou, which will be opened in 2026.

2. Real Madrid – $6 billion

According to Forbes, Real Madrid were the most valuable team in the world in 2023. Los Blancos dropped a place to second in the latest ranking and are valued at $ 6.0 billion. They were sitting on the first spot for two consecutive years but this time they are no longer on top of the list.

Los Blancos unlike their rival are very stable and well-run club, they never face any major financial issues. The 14-time European champions recently opened the new Santiago Bernabeu stadium.

1. Manchester United – $6.2 billion

Manchester United have overtaken the European giant’s Real Madrid and has become the most valuable football club in the world after two years the side from Madrid lost their top place, United are one of the biggest clubs in English football, and although they are facing difficulties on the field, they dominate other football clubs financially.

They are valued at $6.2 billion and are the number-one team in the world. Financially United are one of the strongest clubs in the world.

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Manav Chowdhury

Manav, currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science Engineering, combines his analytical mindset with a love for high-octane action. He always stays updated with the latest from his favorite sports, whether it’s the strategic brilliance on the football field, the adrenaline-fueled drama of F1, or the raw intensity of the octagon.