Manchester United supporters had a memorable weekend as their team emerged victorious over Manchester City in the FA Cup final, as reported by Manchester World.
The triumph not only silenced critics but also provided a significant financial boost to the club. Adding to the celebratory mood, on Sunday, traditional rivals Leeds United suffered defeat in the Championship play-off final.
Despite the weekend’s elation, manager Erik ten Hag’s focus remains on addressing the team’s eighth-place finish in the Premier League, a crucial aspect in evaluations by Ineos, the club’s owner.
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However, ten Hag could present a compelling argument by underscoring the financial gains he secured for United. Winning the FA Cup earned the club £2 million, twice the amount for runners-up.
Furthermore, the victory secured United a spot in the Europa League, offering additional financial incentives. Participation in the Europa League guarantees €4.31 million, with each win in the league phase worth €450,000 and draws bringing in €150,000. Even a modest performance could result in approximately €2 million in prize money.
Apart from Europa League earnings, Manchester United will host at least four more home matches at Old Trafford. According to football finance expert Kieran Maguire, the club earns around £3.3 million in pure profit per home match day, translating to an additional £13.2 million in revenue.