Club World Cup prize money breakdown: How much Chelsea earned
Chelsea wrote a new chapter in their history by winning the first-ever expanded FIFA Club World Cup, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in a commanding final performance at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The emphatic victory not only secured a major international trophy but also delivered an estimated £90 million in earnings for the Blues — the highest of any club in the tournament.
Chelsea’s Financial Breakdown
Chelsea’s unbeaten run through the tournament meant they collected the maximum available from FIFA’s performance-based reward system, in addition to participation fees and commercial bonuses. The club’s total earnings of around £90 million are made up of the following:
Performance-Based Earnings:
- Group stage wins (2): £3.125 million
- Round of 16: £5.86 million
- Quarter-finals: £10.25 million
- Semi-finals: £16.4 million
- Final victory: £31.25 million
FIFA Participation and Commercial Share:
- Estimated bonus: £23.4 million
Total: £90 million
Paris Saint-Germain, who finished runners-up, took home approximately £83.9 million.
Global Distribution of Prize Money
FIFA allocated participation bonuses by continental federation, with UEFA clubs receiving the highest fixed amounts based on commercial value and competitive criteria:
By Confederation:
- UEFA: £10 million to £29.8 million
- CONMEBOL: £11.9 million
- CONCACAF, AFC, CAF: £7.45 million
- OFC: £2.8 million
By Stage of the Tournament:
- Group stage win: £1.56 million
- Group stage draw: £0.78 million
- Round of 16: £5.86 million
- Quarter-finals: £10.25 million
- Semi-finals: £16.4 million
- Runners-up: £23.4 million
- Winners: £31.25 million
Top Earning Clubs from the Tournament
| Club | Earnings (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Chelsea | £90 million |
| Paris Saint-Germain | £83.9 million |
| Real Madrid | £65 million |
| Fluminense | £47.5 million |
| Bayern Munich | £45.9 million |
| Borussia Dortmund | £41.2 million |
| Manchester City | £40.9 million |
| Palmeiras | £31.1 million |
| Inter Milan | £29.1 million |
| Al Hilal | £26.7 million |
| Benfica | £23.6 million |
| Flamengo | £21.6 million |
| Juventus | £21 million |
| Botafogo | £20.9 million |
| Atletico Madrid | £20.6 million |
| FC Porto | £17 million |
| Inter Miami | £16.4 million |
| Monterrey | £16.4 million |
| River Plate | £14.2 million |
| Boca Juniors | £13.4 million |
| RB Salzburg | £12.5 million |
| Mamelodi Sundowns | £9.8 million |
| Al Ahly | £9 million |
| Al Ain | £9 million |
| Esperance | £9 million |
| LAFC | £8.2 million |
| Pachuca | £7.45 million |
| Seattle Sounders | £7.45 million |
| Ulsan | £7.45 million |
| Urawa Reds | £7.45 million |
| Wydad | £7.45 million |
| Auckland City | £3.6 million |
A Historic Win On and Off the Pitch
Chelsea’s triumph is not only significant from a sporting perspective, but also strategically important as the club continues its rebuild under Enzo Maresca. The substantial financial return from the tournament will support transfer activity, help with Financial Fair Play compliance, and reinforce long-term development goals.
It’s a defining moment for the Blues — a performance that silenced critics and re-established their global stature. In lifting the first-ever 32-team Club World Cup, Chelsea proved they are not just rebuilding, they are rising.
Club World Cup prize money breakdown: How much Chelsea earned
