Barcelona have already exceeded their projected Champions League earnings by €7 million | OneFootball

Barcelona are shining both on and off the pitch. After finishing second in the UEFA Champions League group stage, the Blaugrana are now through to the quarter-finals of the competition following a commanding victory over SL Benfica in the Round of 16.

Following their struggles in the competition in recent years, this season’s success marks a long-awaited return to the top for Barça, who have re-established themselves as a force in European football and are among the favourites to lift the trophy.

Financial boost for Barcelona

Beyond the sporting achievement, these results have also had a major financial impact. For years, Barcelona have budgeted to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, but in recent seasons, early eliminations led to losses as the club failed to meet its projected earnings.

However, this season, according to Carrusel Deportivo, Barça have already exceeded their projected Champions League revenue by €7 million, with total earnings now surpassing €100 million.

Barcelona beat Benfica in the Round of 16. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

This is due to both meeting the quarter-final goal and performing exceptionally well in the group stage. Winning six out of eight matches and finishing second in the standings has significantly boosted revenue.

As reported last night, Barcelona have already pocketed around €101.5 million from the UEFA Champions League this season.

It makes them the highest-earning team in the competition currently ahead of the likes of PSG and Liverpool. Further progression in the tournament will mean more money in the coffers for the Catalan giants.

Indeed, If Barcelona defeat Borussia Dortmund or Lille in the quarter-finals, they will earn an additional €15 million for reaching the semi-finals

A spot in the final will earn them another €18.5 million while being crowned the champions will land them an extra €6.5 million.

Not to forget, the winner will also bag an additional €4 million for qualifying for the UEFA Super Cup next season.