Atlético: A Decade of Champions League, A Bright Future
Atlético de Madrid and Diego Simeone continue to make history. Qualified for the Champions League for the thirteenth consecutive season, Atleti consolidates its presence in the elite of European football, guaranteeing economic and sporting stability.
Since Simeone’s arrival in 2011, the Champions League has become a ’necessity’ for the club, contributing a total of 829 million euros in revenue during this period.
This achievement places Atlético alongside giants such as Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City, PSG, and Bayern Munich as one of the few teams to maintain uninterrupted participation in the Champions League since the 2013-14 season.
Qualification not only represents a sporting success but also a fundamental pillar in the club’s budget. In the 2023-24 season, the Champions League represented 25.8% of Atlético’s total revenue, even surpassing the revenue from LaLiga EA Sports.
Despite not having won the Liga title since 2020-21, consistency in the Champions League demonstrates the solidity and continuous growth of the team under Simeone’s direction. The Argentine coach greatly values the legacy built and the commitment of the players, ensuring that Atleti remains a benchmark in European football. The Rojiblancos fans can proudly celebrate a promising future, driven by passion, hard work, and the ambition to continue competing at the highest level.
