FC Barcelona, one of the prominent clubs in La Liga, has attained a significant financial gain by securing advancement to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. The accomplishment follows a memorable performance during the recent fixture on the European stage.
In the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 encounter, Barcelona hosted Napoli, a notable club from Serie A, at their home ground in Catalonia’s capital. Under the guidance of their manager, Xavi, Barcelona exhibited composure and resilience, thus ensuring the continuation of their European campaign. The team demonstrated prowess through goals scored by Fermín López, João Cancelo, and Robert Lewandowski, leading to a 3-1 victory over Napoli, resulting in a 4-2 aggregate triumph.
Subsequently, Barcelona will partake in the draw for the quarter-finals, joining an elite group of esteemed European clubs. However, beyond the realm of sporting achievements, the triumph holds additional significance for the Barcelona faithful.
Furthermore, the club stands to benefit financially from their Champions League progression. According to Victor Navarro of COPE, UEFA will allocate a substantial sum of €10.6 million to the Barcelona board. This financial boost, coupled with revenue generated from ticket sales exceeding 50,000 for the match, provides a timely relief for the club, whose financial struggles have been widely acknowledged within the football community.