17. West Ham United

Revenue and EBITDA figures are for the 2023-24 season, except for Major League Soccer teams, whose figures are for the 2024 season.Note: Revenue and EBITDA figures have been converted to U.S. dollars based on the average exchange rate during the season (1 euro = $1.0816; 1 pound = $1.2608), and team values and debt figures have been converted using the exchange rate as of March 27, 2025 (1 euro = 1.0788; 1 pound = $1.2938).
Total revenue: $349 millionEBITDA: $70 millionDebt as a percentage of value: 0%
Match day: $56 millionCommercial: $82 millionBroadcasting: $211 million
Country: EnglandLeague: Premier LeagueLeague championships: 0Owner(s): David Sullivan, Daniel Křetínský, Gold family trustStadium: London Stadium – 62,500 seating capacity

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