Real Madrid have announced a record-breaking revenue of €1.221 billion for the 2025/2026 season, becoming the first sports organisation in the world to surpass the €1.2 billion mark despite ending the campaign without winning a trophy.
The Spanish giants disclosed the figures on Tuesday, revealing that their operating revenue, excluding income from player transfers, rose by 3.1 per cent compared to the previous financial year.
In a statement, the club described the achievement as another milestone that reinforces its position as the world’s highest-earning sports organisation.
“Operating revenue, excluding income from player transfers, reached €1.221 billion, 3.1 per cent more than in the previous financial year. Real Madrid has therefore exceeded the €1.2 billion mark for the first time, a figure that no other sports organisation in the world has achieved to date,” the club said.
Real Madrid also reported a profit after tax of €26 million, representing an 8 per cent increase from the previous season.
According to the club, the impressive financial performance was driven by higher earnings from the renovated Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, which generated €363 million, an 11 per cent increase, alongside new sponsorship agreements.
Despite the strong financial results, Madrid endured another disappointing campaign on the pitch after failing to win any major trophy.
The club has already begun rebuilding its squad ahead of the new season, appointing José Mourinho as head coach in June to replace Álvaro Arbeloa.
Real Madrid have also strengthened their squad with the signings of Bernardo Silva and Marc Cucurella.
Reports further suggest the club has agreed terms with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, while Manchester City midfielder Rodri remains one of their reported transfer targets.
Source: AFP.
