Manchester City report record revenues, but profits are down

Manchester City report record revenues, but profits are down
Manchester City celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on Mau 19, 2024. (Reuters)
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Updated 13 December 2024

Manchester City report record revenues, but profits are down

Manchester City report record revenues, but profits are down
  • City won a record fourth straight Premier League title last year and has been crowned English champion in six of the last seven years

MANCHESTER, England: Manchester City on Friday reported record revenues of $903 million (£715m) for the 2023-24 fiscal year.
Revenues were up by $2.78m (£2.2m) on the previous year, but profits were down slightly — $93.2m (£73.8m pounds) compared to $101.5m (£80.4m).
“The club’s three primary income sources — commercial, broadcast and matchday — all remained strong, reflecting the continued differentiation and impact of the club’s multi-decade strategic approach,” City said in a statement.
City was taken over by the ruling family of Abu Dhabi in 2008 and has gone on to dominate English football after spending billions of pounds on some of the world’s best players and hiring Pep Guardiola as manager in 2016.
City won a record fourth straight Premier League title last year and has been crowned English champion in six of the last seven years.
But it is currently struggling on the pitch both domestically and in the Champions League, and City’s financial report comes against the backdrop of a hearing on alleged financial breaches. The four-time defending champion is facing more than 100 charges by the Premier League ranging over a nine-year period when it was trying to establish itself as the biggest force in English football.
City was accused by the league of providing misleading information about its finances from 2009-18. A hearing by an independent commission began in September and a verdict is not expected until next year.
City denies the charges.


Al-Uqair gears up Ramliyah, ’s first family beach sports festival

Al-Uqair gears up Ramliyah, ’s first family beach sports festival
Updated 14 November 2025

Al-Uqair gears up Ramliyah, ’s first family beach sports festival

Al-Uqair gears up Ramliyah, ’s first family beach sports festival
  • Tournament winners at the event, which runs from Nov. 25-29, will share almost $53,000 in prize money

AL-AHSA: ’s first family-focused beach sports festival, Ramliyah, will take place at Al-Uqair Beach from Nov. 25-29.

The five-day event will transform the historic coastal area into a hub of sport, wellness and family entertainment and is set to welcome thousands of visitors.

Ramliyah will be open from 2pm-10pm daily. General admission is free with cash prizes of over $53,000 (SAR 200,000) up for grabs for tournament winners.

Held under the patronage of Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr Al Saud, the governor of Al-Ahsa, Ramliyah is in line with Vision 2030’s goal of fostering a healthy, active society.

The event will beach volleyball, handball and soccer competitions for both men and women, organized by the n Football Federation, with local sports groups and teams competing.

There will also be a large fan zone with interactive beach games, a wellness zone offering yoga and fitness classes, music, and a food and beverage area serving diverse cuisine. Visitors will have the opportunity to try out various beach sports in sessions organized by Saudi sports federations.

One highlight is Sports for All’s Active Program for U-18s, an initiative promoting teamwork, fitness and fun through sport.

SFA Managing Director Shaima Al-Husseini said: “At the Sports for All Federation, our mission is to inspire every individual in to embrace an active lifestyle. We are proud to bring the first 2025 edition of our Active Program to Ramliyah as it brings this vision to life. We invite Saudi youth to participate, get active and create unforgettable memories by the sea.”

Ramliyah is delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Sport, Al-Ahsa Development Authority, Al-Ahsa Municipality, n Football Federation and Saudi Sports for All Federation.

Other partners include Saudi Hockey Federation, Saudi Canoe and Kayak, Saudi Sailing Federation, Saudi Handball Federation, Saudi Volleyball Federation, Al-Fateh SC, Al-Adalah, Al-Ettifaq FC and Al-Qadsiah FC. ASICS and Tawuniya Insurance sponsor Active Program.

Ahead of the official start, Ramliyah will also be open daily from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. from Nov. 19-23, with shuttle buses to Al-Uqair Beach from Alkhobar and Al-Hofuf.