OT: 2023 - 2024 Football / Calcio / Futbol / Fußball Thread

[martl]

Originally Posted by ltwtsculler91

So what is the difference between a "50+1" Bayern and Real Madrid? Their ownership structures are more similar than not, and both have illustrious histories in Europe. Score 2 for the traditional clubs.

i was talking about the Bundesliga clubs vs. the Investor's own Barclay Premier League, where Real doesn't play (yet)
You are correct, the ownership structures are similar, although Real may have enjoyed some governmental protection regarding their spending vs. revenue ratio, more than other clubs in other countries, but those are mere details

The remark was a bit tongue-in-cheek anyway, as clubs like Bayern or even BVB are, regardless their ownership status, still very much european money roayalty, both being in the top 10 in terms of annual revenue. Still feels good to beat the sheikhs.

Also, Bayer Leverkusen continues to surf on their own wave, setting a new record for teams of the top-5 EU leagues, making it 44 unbeaten matches across three competitions and advancing to the Euro league's half final. Alonso has some serious momentum built there.