The piles of cash thrown off by European soccer competitions is a big reason why Real Madrid, worth $5.1 billion, 7% more than last year, has reclaimed its spot as the world’s most valuable soccer team. Barcelona is moving even more aggressively on the stadium front, spending $1.6 billion to build the largest soccer stadium in Europe. Worth $5 billion, 6% more than a year ago, Barcelona is the second most valuable soccer team and are tied with the NFL’s New England Patriots as the seventh most valuable team in any sport. REAL MADRIDValue: $5.1 billion1-Yr Change: 7%Owner: Club membersOperating Income: $90 millionBarcelona Siu Wu/picture alliance/Getty Images2. Revenue are proceeds the soccer team generates from broadcasting, commercial and matchday events.

Source: Forbes May 27, 2022 00:31 UTC