Celtic have bolstered their earnings from the Champions League after securing a hard-fought draw against Atalanta. Brendan Rodgers’ side demonstrated resilience in defense, holding the Italian team to a goalless stalemate in Italy. This result earned Celtic a bonus payment from UEFA, which rewards clubs for each win or draw in the league phase of the competition.
By participating in the league phase of the Champions League, Celtic has already secured a significant financial boost, totaling €18.62 million (£15.7 million). This amount includes a €17.87 million down payment and an additional €750,000 balance from UEFA. Their recent draw against Atalanta added another €700,000 (£590,000) to their earnings. Additionally, Celtic previously earned €2.1 million (£1.77 million) for a victory over Slovan Bratislava last month. Altogether, their earnings from UEFA in the competition have now reached approximately €21.5 million (£17.94 million).
Beyond the performance-related bonuses for wins and draws, Celtic is also set to receive further payments based on their league ranking. Each club is guaranteed a minimum of €275,000 (£232,000) for finishing 36th in the league phase, with an additional €275,000 awarded for each position higher in the table after all eight matches are played. This provides an opportunity for Celtic to further increase their earnings depending on their final ranking.
Moreover, UEFA offers additional incentives for clubs based on their final position in the league phase standings. Teams ranked between 1st and 8th will receive an extra €2 million, while those finishing between 9th and 16th will earn an additional €1 million. Progressing to the knockout stages also unlocks more financial rewards. Qualifying for the knockout round play-offs brings in €1 million, with €11 million awarded for reaching the round of 16. The rewards continue to grow with €12.5 million for the quarter-finals, €15 million for the semi-finals, €18.5 million for reaching the final, and a further €6.5 million for the ultimate winners of the competition.
Celtic’s ability to secure results in their remaining matches could see them increase their UEFA prize money even further. Their strong defensive showing against Atalanta reflects the team’s determination to compete at a high level in the Champions League. For the Scottish champions, these earnings are not only a financial boost but also an opportunity to reinforce their position in European football. As they navigate through the rest of the league phase, Celtic will aim to add to their points tally and maximize their financial rewards from UEFA.
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