Real Madrid beat Bayern Munich and PSG in Club World Cup revenue
Merengues dominate the tournament on and off the pitch, with a massive financial lead ahead of Saturday’s quarterfinal vs. Dortmund
Real Madrid isn’t just chasing another Club World Cup title they’e leading the money game too.
The Spanish giants have already banked a staggering R$333 million in prize money and revenue from the 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup, making them the highest-earning club in the tournament so far.
Club World Cup 2025: Top-Earning Teams So Far
According to official tournament data and financial tracking by FIFA and TransferRoom, here’s the current prize ranking:
- Real Madrid — R$333 million
- Bayern Munich — R$315 million
- PSG — R$303 million
- Chelsea — R$290 million
- Borussia Dortmund — R$283 million
- Palmeiras & Fluminense — R$215 million (each)
Where the Money Comes From
The revenue for each team includes:
- Participation bonuses
- Wins in group stages
- Qualification to knockout rounds
- Broadcasting rights and sponsorship bonuses
Real Madrid’s victories and ongoing presence in the tournament have helped them pull ahead of European rivals Bayern and PSG, both still in contention.
What’s Next: Madrid vs Dortmund in a Quarterfinal Blockbuster
Real Madrid’s next challenge comes this Saturday at 4 PM (Brasília time) against Borussia Dortmund, who have quietly become one of the top five earners themselves.
Even without Rodrygo, ruled out due to injury, Carlo Ancelotti’s side remains the favorite. A win will not only push them into the semifinals it could bring in up to R$60 million more in bonus money.
Brazilian Clubs: Strong Run, Modest Earnings
Despite passionate performances, Palmeiras and Fluminense trail the European financial giants but both teams are still alive in the competition.
Facing Chelsea and Al-Hilal, respectively, they’ll look to close the financial and football gap in the coming days.
Why It Matters
In a tournament increasingly shaped by financial power and international brand value, Real Madrid continues to set the pace both on the field and in the bank. With more than R$1 billion already distributed among clubs, the 2025 Club World Cup is proving that winning pays big.
