Barca receives record prize after a thrilling victory over Real Madrid

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has chosen to raise the financial rewards for clubs competing in the Spanish Super Cup and has revised the allocation to better reflect sporting achievements.

Spanish Super Cup 2026 held in Saudi Arabia has officially crowned the champion, which is Barca after they defeated Real Madrid 3-2 in the final. Coach Hansi Flick’s team not only secured the title but also received a more attractive prize compared to the previous season.

According to RFEF’s decision, the clubs participating continue to receive increased financial support. The total prize money rose from nearly 19 million euros in 2025 to 21.3 million euros in 2026. The allocation remains based on rankings, historical titles, and international competitions, along with direct rewards based on match results.

At the base level, 16.3 million euros are distributed among the four participating teams solely for attendance and travel, up from 14.95 million euros last season. At that time, Real Madrid received 6.15 million euros, Barcelona 6 million euros, Athletic Bilbao 2 million euros, and Mallorca 850,000 euros. This year, the amount is shared more evenly, although the majority still goes to Real Madrid and Barcelona.

This season, the total prize money based on performance is 5 million euros, an increase from 4 million euros last year. Previously, Real Madrid and Barcelona each earned 1 million euros for winning their semifinals, with Barcelona gaining an additional 2 million euros for winning the final. In the 2026 Super Cup, Barcelona receives 2 million euros as champions, Real Madrid as runners-up get 1.4 million euros, while the two third-place teams, Atletico Madrid and Athletic Bilbao, each receive 800,000 euros. This distribution is considered more balanced.

Thus, in total Barca collects approximately 7-8 million euros just from two matches in the 2026 Spanish Super Cup. This is a vital "boost" needed for Barca’s currently difficult financial condition.

Not only do the clubs benefit, but the Spanish Super Cup also generates total revenue of up to 51 million euros for the RFEF. This money is reinvested into the development of Spanish football, especially youth football. Of that, 26 million euros are allocated for development work, mainly supporting the Primera, Segunda, and Tercera Federación leagues.

The revenue comes from sponsorships, broadcasting rights, and notably 40 million euros from the agreement between RFEF and Saudi Arabia. The goal pursued by the Royal Spanish Football Federation is to strengthen grassroots football foundations, thereby improving the quality at the top level and enabling players to receive better training through greater investment. The new format of the Spanish Super Cup is an important part of this strategy.