How did Benfica earn more money than Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League?
Galatasaray, having secured three consecutive victories in the Champions League, added significant revenue to its coffers, but it was notable that they remained behind Ajax and Benfica, who had yet to earn any points.
Galatasaray defeated Dutch side Ajax 3-0 in the fourth week of the UEFA Champions League. Galatasaray took the lead in the 60th minute with a header from Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The Yellow-Reds went on to win the match 3-0 with goals from Osimhen from the penalty spot in the 66th and 78th minutes.
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Benfica and Ajax surpassed Gala
While Galatasaray continues with 9 points, Ajax and Benfica have zero points; however, both clubs' broadcast revenue is higher than Galatasaray's. According to FMD data, the Yellow-Reds, who earned a total of €6.3 million from 3 wins, have earned a total of €32.2 million from the Champions League so far. Benfica, which has yet to earn any points, has earned 42 million euros, while the Dutch side Ajax has earned 37.6 million euros, both surpassing Galatasaray.
One reason for the differences in UEFA's prize money distribution system is that it is based on teams' performance in Europe over the last five years. Another factor is that UEFA's broadcasting agreements vary from country to country. Galatasaray received €7.1 million from the broadcasting pool, while Benfica earned €23.3 million and Ajax €18.7 million.
