Manchester City FC’s enormous revenue is
largely attributable to its continued on-pitch success, cemented by its recent triumph over Real Madrid
CF in the Champions League semi-finals with an impressive 4-0 victory. The club’s winning streak continued as they went onto to secure their third consecutive Premier League title after beating Chelsea FC 1-0. The club’s successes in major tournaments have generated enormous broadcasting revenues, including a massive prize pot from its Champions League progression.
Further, Manchester City FC’s triumphant win against the Spanish champions (who have won the Champions League trophy a record 14 times) has earned them international exposure and prestige, which has in turn boosted their sponsorship and commercial revenues. Back on the club’s home turf, a planned £300 million upgrade of their beloved Etihad Stadium is the
next step in propelling the Northern powerhouse’s commercial success.
As well as boosting the club’s global reputation and prestige, a historic Champions League win for Manchester City FC would tick off the final objective in an extraordinary journey initiated by Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Mansour, who took over the club in 2008.