London Edition Tuesday 16 June 2026
Football Economy The Business of the Beautiful Game
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FC København

FC København operates within a unique and diversified corporate structure, publicly listed as part of the Parken Sport & Entertainment A/S leisure group. This…

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SL Benfica

SL Benfica operates a highly effective, if volatile, business model centred on world-class player development and trading. As a publicly listed SAD controlled by…

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Galatasaray

As one of Türkiye's listed football giants, Galatasaray's financial health is defined by a complex ownership model and a persistent structural challenge: managing foreign-currency…

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Brøndby IF

From a fan-led rescue from the brink of bankruptcy to its current position within a US-based multi-club network, Brøndby IF presents a compelling case…

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AFC Ajax

As the only publicly traded football club in the Netherlands, AFC Ajax's unique corporate structure and famed player development model face new tests following…

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FC Porto

FC Porto, a publicly traded entity on Euronext Lisbon, navigates chronic debt through a world-class player development and sales model. The 2024 election of…

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Sporting CP

One of Portugal’s “Big Three”, Sporting CP operates as a publicly traded company with a business model heavily reliant on elite player development. This…

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Fenerbahçe

As one of Turkey's 'Big Three' clubs, Fenerbahçe operates as a publicly traded company on the Borsa Istanbul, navigating a complex financial landscape defined…

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Beşiktaş

As one of Turkey’s listed football giants, Beşiktaş navigates a complex financial landscape defined by its modern stadium, significant hard-currency debt, and a corporate…