Real Madrid is one of two soccer teams worth more than $6 billion [Nurphoto/Getty Images]
The world's top soccer teams are now worth an average of $2.3 billion, up 5.1% from last year. Revenue for the top 30 teams averaged $397 million, a 3% increase, while operating income rose 57% to $36 million.
Real Madrid, valued at $6.6 billion, leads the rankings for the third consecutive year, generating the highest revenue of $873 million due to its outstanding performance. Real has won 14 international titles since 2014.
Manchester United, worth $6.55 billion, is second. Sir Jim Ratcliffe recently bought a 27.7% stake in United, which is underperforming in the stock market but could be more valuable in a control sale.
Below are the top ten valuable soccer teams in the world:
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