Perhaps an intriguing subject, and, one that may have a number of different opinions, though to reach a conclusion, we have considered a series of factors when it comes to revealing what the most valuable football stadium in the world is, as you will discover below.
It may actually not come as a surprise to learn that the brand new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is the most valuable in the world, completed in 2019 and which reached an estimated build cost of £1 billion, encompassing a 62,850 official capacity, making it one of the highest in the Premier League.
However, it goes substantially further than this and, there was no doubt that chairman Daniel Levy had several ambitious plans in terms of how the club could really leverage its potential. No doubt, the stadium will be a key part of his plans for Tottenham to eventually win major silverware, with the Premier League betting market always drawing substantial interest.
How Has The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Cemented Its Status?
While costing an eye-watering amount of money, it was clear from the beginning that this was just not your average stadium. Due to huge leaps forward in technology which is evident around the stadium, increasing efficiency, this has enabled the club to increase ticket prices, offer unrivalled corporate hospitality which has seen the club’s matchday revenue rise considerably. This is especially the case when you factor in merchandising, plus food and beverage sales.
The latter takes into account numerous food courts around the stadium offering a wide array of cuisine, club-themed micro-breweries in addition to the longest football stadium bar in Europe. Every catering option has been carefully considered and strategically placed, in order to maximise possible spend with every customer.
Another money-spinner for the club is its NFL partnership deal, which saw the introduction of NFL games at the stadium, which has proven to be extremely lucrative. This is especially the case when you think about the sponsorship deals that have come from this, particularly with the huge audience figures in the US. To accommodate this, the stadium also has a retractable artificial turf pitch, which proved to be invaluable in the club cementing its deal.
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From a merchandising perspective, the stadium plays host to an impressive 23,000 square-foot megastore, which is one of the largest in Europe. As a result, fans and visitors alike can purchase club memorabilia and merchandise, which provides the club with a significant income stream all year round. In addition to this, due to its stateside partnership, it also able to tap into the lucrative NFL market, by selling relevant merchandise and taking cuts from the relevant clubs, in separate partnership deals.
The club also makes additional revenue from concerts and other sporting events, such as the rugby league challenge club final which it has played host to for a number of years, which further brings in additional revenue.
Since becoming one of the most impressive stadiums in the world, the club has generated a significant amount of revenue from stadium tours, with fans, tourists and some of the general public alike curious to see what sets it apart from others. One aspect of the tour that sets it apart compared many others is that there is a unique selling point. This is the aptly-named ‘Dare Skywalk’ across the roof of the stadium, that allows for a highly impressive, elevated view of the capital.
The stadium has also proved to be a great venue for corporate events, especially with it being visually impressive place to entertain clients, good transport links – particularly to both Stanstead and City airports. It was also built with this in mind and, as a result, boasts ‘next generation’ conference rooms, lounges and executive suites, able to attract multiple businesses.
What Could Happen In The Future?
If these considerable streams of revenue weren’t enough already, there is understood to be further plans in place.
These include extending the stadium to include a hotel and casino and while these plans may not be fully concrete, it is clear that this ambitious project could provide the club with a substantial increase in revenue.
It also will provide a unique experience for tourists looking to stay in London who want something different but that is still close to central London.
Essentially, the options are limited when it comes to future plans for the stadium and, by extension, the club, so there is certainly no reason why it cannot further cement its place as the most valuable football stadium in the world over the next few years. The fact that it is a Premier League venue provides a further advantage.