Azerbaijan University of Languages Student: Əsmər Aslanova
Teacher: Ülfan Mirzəzadə
Faculty:Education 2
Profession: M.Y.Gaziyeva
Group:121 B
Subject: Linguoculturology
Theme: The richest football clubs in the world
Football, often referred to as the beautiful game, has evolved into a global phenomenon that transcends geographical boundaries and cultural differences. Beyond the excitement on the pitch, the business of football has become a lucrative industry, with clubs generating vast amounts of revenue through various streams.
Manchester City remained the richest football club in the world in 2023, according to the Deloitte Money League, which was published on January 19, 2023. The Abu Dhabi-backed Premier League outfit saw its total revenue increase from £571.1 million in 2020-21 to £619.1 million in 2021-22.
Real Madrid follow City in the list for the second year in a row, having raked in £604.5 million in 2021-22, while Liverpool have leapt ahead of clubs such as Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain into third place on the list with revenues of £594.3 million.
You can see the full list of the top 20 richest football clubs in the world, per Deloitte, below.
Of the 20 clubs, 11 are from the Premier League, with three from La Liga, three from Serie A, two from the Bundesliga and one from Ligue 1. Three English teams feature in the top five, while Barcelona, who were the richest club in the 2021 list, have fallen to seventh in the latest ranking.
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are Germany's representative, while PSG are the only team from France in the top 20. Juventus remain the richest club in Italy, but find themselves outside the top 10 globally, trailing behind London duo Tottenham and Arsenal.
Manchester City is owned by the City Football Group (CFG), a holding company that also owns or has significant stakes in several other football clubs around the world. The primary owner of CFG is Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the Abu Dhabi royal family. In recent years, Manchester City has been highly successful both domestically and internationally. Under the management of Pep Guardiola, they have won multiple English Premier League titles, domestic cups, and have consistently performed well in European competitions. Manchester City's financial strength has been significantly boosted by the investment from their owners. This investment has allowed the club to make high-profile signings, invest in state-of-the-art facilities, and compete at the highest level in European football.
Real Madrid is one of the most successful and popular football clubs in the world. Real Madrid was founded in 1902 and has a rich history of success in domestic and international competitions. The club is based in Madrid, Spain. Real Madrid has a remarkable record of success, winning numerous La Liga titles and UEFA Champions League trophies. They are known for their historic successes in the European Cup/Champions League, winning it multiple times. Real Madrid has consistently been among the wealthiest football clubs globally. The club's revenue comes from various sources, including matchday income, broadcasting rights, and commercial deals. The global fanbase and the popularity of the Real Madrid brand contribute significantly to its financial success.
FC Bayern Munich is one of the most successful and financially stable football clubs globally. Bayern Munich, based in Munich, Germany, has a rich history and a strong presence in both domestic and international football. Bayern Munich has been successful in European competitions, most notably winning the UEFA Champions League multiple times. The club has also achieved success in other international tournaments. The club has a robust financial model, with revenue streams coming from various sources. These include matchday revenue, commercial deals, merchandising, and participation in high-profile competitions. Bayern Munich's financial stability has allowed them to compete for top talent in the transfer market.
