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Arsenal break their European income record for 3rd season running
TL;DR
Arsenal has set a new record for Champions League revenue for the third consecutive season after reaching the semi-finals of the competition.
Key points
- Arsenal broke their Champions League revenue record.
- This is the third consecutive season they achieved this.
- They reached the semi-finals of the competition.
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Arsenal break their European income record for 3rd season running
Arsenal have again broken their record for Champions League revenue in a single campaign, after reaching the semi-finals of the competition once again.
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Arsenal’s progression to the semi-finals of the Champions League in midweek gave their finances another boost, and Swiss Ramble reports that the club have now earned well over £100m from this season’s competition.
Swiss Ramble confirms that Arsenal have made €18.6m in participation fees, €68.1m in prize money, and €37.0m in value pillar, putting the Gunners at €123.8m for the season so far (or £107.9m).
None of the other English clubs to take part have reached the £100m mark, with Newcastle at £56.8m, Spurs at £73.4m, Chelsea at £80.1m, Manchester City at £84.3m, and Liverpool at £95.2m.
Q&A
How much revenue did Arsenal generate from the Champions League this season?
Arsenal broke their previous Champions League revenue record, but the exact figure has not been disclosed.
What stage did Arsenal reach in the Champions League this season?
Arsenal reached the semi-finals of the Champions League this season.
Is this the third consecutive year Arsenal has broken their European income record?
Yes, this marks the third consecutive season that Arsenal has broken their European income record.
