The list of the world’s wealthiest athletes has been released by Forbes Magazine, and Cristiano Ronaldo finishes on top.
The Real Madrid forward earned an estimated $93m in the year under review, to finish ahead of LeBron James and Lionel Messi.
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Most Valuable Football Teams In The World – According To Forbes
English side Manchester United have overtaken Real Madrid as the most valuable team in the world, according to Forbes.
In their latest edition of the World’s Most Valuable Clubs, Forbes values the Europa League Champions at $3.69 billion, taking them ahead of both Spanish mega clubs Real Madrid and Barcelona.
The Most Valuable Clubs In The World – Manchester United Tops Real Madrid And Barcelona
Europa League champions Manchester United have been named the most valuable club in the world by auditing firm KPMG.
United finished ahead of Spanish duo of Real Madrid and Barcelona, who came in second and third respectively.
Messi Steals Elclasico Glory As Ronaldo Was Helpless To 3-2 Beaten Real Madrid
Arguably, the most talked about football match happened yesterday and a certain Lionel Messi has stolen all the glory from the game as he led his Barcelona away side to triumph over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The 3-2 victory for Barcelona relegates Real Madrid to a second position on the La Liga table. Though both teams now have 75 points each, Barcelona tops the league table with its goal difference.
Michael Essien Joins Persib Bandung In The Indonesian League
Former Black Stars midfielder Michael Essien has signed for the Indonesian club Persib Bandung as he aims to keep his football career alive.
The 34 year old has signed for the top flight side on a one year deal with an option for a second year.
Manchester United Dethrones Real Madrid As World’s Richest Club
English club Manchester United have overtaken Spanish giants Real Madrid to become the richest club in the world, according to the international financial organisation Deloitte.
With €689m in revenue in 2016, United tops the list ahead of Barcelona, who have climbed into second and Real Madrid, dropping to third.
Real Madrid Named World’s Most Valuable Team For The 11th Year In A Row By Forbes
Forbes business magazine has released its annual rich list of the world’s most valuable clubs, and Spanish giants Real Madrid top the list once again.
Madrid top the list for the 11th year in a row, with a total estimated worth of $3.65bn. The ten time European champions, who are in the finals once again this year, finished ahead of eternal rivals Barcelona, Manchester United and Bayern Munich.
UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Draw: Atletico Takes On Bayern As Manchester City Hosts Real Madrid
The semi final draw for the UEFA Champions league has just been completed at the ‘House of European Football’ in Nyon, Switzerland, and the event has thrown up some mouth-watering ties.
Ten times champions Real Madrid have been drawn against English side Manchester City, whilst giant killers Atletico Madrid would have to pull off another huge upset to reach the final, when they take on Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich.