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Champions League millions boost Real Madrid after Benfica win
Football
28-Feb-2026
Source: Bernabeu Digital
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The Champions League delivers far more than prestige and unforgettable nights — it also guarantees enormous financial rewards. After eliminating Benfica 3–1 on aggregate, Real Madrid have booked their place in the Round of 16 and secured another significant payday, underlining why this competition remains vital to the club’s ambitions.

This season, the UEFA Champions League is distributing €2.47 billion among its 36 participating teams. Simply reaching the league phase guarantees €18.6 million per club. On top of that, teams earn €2.1 million per win and €700,000 per draw, plus additional bonuses depending on their final position and progression through the knockout rounds.

Advancing to the Round of 16 brings an extra €11 million. The quarterfinals are worth €12.5 million, the semifinals €15 million, the runner-up earns €18.5 million, and the champion receives €25 million.

For Real Madrid, the numbers are already substantial. The club has secured: €18.6 million for participation, €10.5 million from results in the league phase, €8.8 million for finishing ninth and €11 million for reaching the Round of 16

That brings the current total to €48.9 million — without factoring in the market pool distribution or potential future earnings.

Among Spanish clubs, Atlético Madrid have earned €45.9 million so far, while Barcelona lead the national ranking with €51.5 million.

Real Madrid are well aware that the real financial leap begins in the quarterfinals and beyond. But first, they must overcome Manchester City in what promises to be another high-stakes European showdown.

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