On Monday, UEFA unveiled the prize pool for the 2013-2014 Champions League, outlining substantial rewards for participating teams. Each team entering the group stage is guaranteed a minimum of 6.8 million euros. Beyond this baseline, victories at this stage will add 1 million euros to the triumphant team and 500,000 euros for each drawn match.
Teams progressing to the round of 16 will receive 3.5 million euros, while quarter-finalists will see an additional 3.9 million. Those advancing to the last four will secure 4.9 million euros. The ultimate prize awaits the winner, who will receive 10.5 million euros, with the runner-up being awarded 6.5 million euros.
An undefeated champion, achieving perfection throughout the competition, stands to collect an impressive total of 37.4 million euros, excluding any earnings from TV rights. The prize distribution underscores the substantial financial incentives associated with success in the UEFA Champions League.
