- Manchester United have plummeted to their lowest ever position, eighth, in the Deloitte Football Money League for 2026, while rivals Liverpool have become England's highest-earning club for the first time.
- The club's decline is largely attributed to a substantial drop in broadcast revenue, falling from €258 million to €206 million, a direct consequence of their absence from the Champions League in the 2024-25 season.
- Financial woes are set to deepen due to complete exclusion from European competition and early domestic cup exits, meaning Old Trafford will host only 20 competitive fixtures in 2025-26, further impacting income.
- Deloitte's Tim Bridge highlighted that despite United's global brand, their facilities and strategy for fan engagement have not kept pace with industry leaders, though stadium development plans indicate a shift.
- Real Madrid topped the league as the first team to record over €1 billion in revenue, and while nine Premier League clubs made the top 20, it is the first time no English team featured in the top four.
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