Borussia Dortmund's Strong Q3 Performance Boosts UCL Hopes

Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co KGaA reported an impressive third-quarter performance, with sales surging by 52% year-on-year to €149 million. The company's EBITDA reached €29.6 million, achieving a 19.9% margin, largely driven by an increase in the number of games and boosted match operation sales.

Key contributors included a 90% increase in match sales to €20.3 million and a 69% rise in TV marketing revenue to €64.5 million. Merchandising and other sales also showed considerable growth. The sale of player Donyell Malen significantly boosted transfer income by 110% to €12.6 million.

Despite a 22% rise in personnel expenses to €81 million, Dortmund benefitted from strong operating leverage. On the field, the team moved from 11th to 5th in the Bundesliga, improving its chances of qualifying for the UEFA Champions League. Their next game against Kiel at home could secure their spot with just one match left in the season.