The UEFA Champions League final is the pinnacle of club football, drawing millions of fans worldwide and offering not just fame and prestige but also substantial financial rewards.
As the 2025 campaign approaches its climax, many are wondering: how much will PSG or Inter Milan earn if they reach the final and possibly lift the trophy? In this article, we review their historic final appearances, examine their recent journeys in this edition of the tournament, and clarify the prize money structure for the finalists and runners-up.
Past finals featuring PSG and Inter Milan
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has had a relatively short but impressive Champions League history. Their first final appearance occurred in 2020, an epic showdown against Bayern Munich in Lisbon. PSG, led by Neymar and Kylian Mbappé, fought valiantly but ultimately fell 1-0 to Bayern in a tightly contested match. This marked PSG’s first-ever appearance in Europe’s most prestigious final, signifying a breakthrough for the club.
Inter Milan boasts a rich European heritage, with their last Champions League was in 2010 under José Mourinho. In that iconic match, Inter defeated Bayern Munich 2-0 in Madrid, securing their third European Cup/Champions League title. The victory was a testament to Mourinho’s tactical mastery and the squad’s resilience. Inter’s final appearances underline their status as one of Italy’s most successful European clubs.
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Champions League Beginner's Guide
How much will PSG or Inter Milan earn in the 2025 final?
UEFA’s prize money for the Champions League is among the most lucrative in club football, and the amounts increase year by year. For the 2025 final, the total prize pool is expected to reach approximately €250 million.
For the 2024/25 edition of the UEFA Champions League, UEFA has outlined the prize money distribution as follows:
- Champion: €25 million (approximately $27 million USD)
- Runner-up: €18.5 million (approximately $20.5 million USD)
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It’s important to note that teams do not only receive money based on the stage they reach. They also earn additional revenue for each victory in the group stage, qualifying for the knockout rounds, advancing to the Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and ultimately the final. This means that the team that wins the tournament can potentially earn more than $100 million in total.
These amounts include UEFA’s fixed prize money, but the overall earnings for a club can significantly exceed that figure due to performance bonuses, broadcasting rights, sponsorship deals, and matchday revenue accumulated throughout the competition.
