Europa League Possibility
As the spectre of another season passes without the familiar strains of the Champions League anthem, there’s a silver lining to consider. The Juventus faithful could potentially find solace in the Club World Cup along with a shot at the Europa League, should the Old Lady finish within striking distance of the top four. There’s always hope they might just snag a spot in continental competitions yet. Playing in the States come June or July promises a baseline payout of around €10 million, which could double, as European clubs receive additional incentives based on audience numbers, performance, and marketability.
In such scenarios, Real Madrid would be king, pocketing up to €35 million, while Juventus and Inter might see their share capped at €20 million. On top of that, additional rewards for progress—including bonuses for advancing through rounds—would further sweeten the pot. If they end up in the Europa League, Juve could still walk away with approximately €13 million from entry bonuses, ranking, and market pool arrangements, plus an estimated €8 million from ticket sales. Yes, it’s a far cry from Champions League earnings, but not to be sniffed at. And should the Bianconeri embark on a good run, who knows, the potential returns might swell to €25 million, excluding gate receipts, paving the way for a clash in the UEFA Super Cup and revitalising hopes for the next Champions League campaign.
