The economic landscape of South American football reveals that the gap between the continent's most powerful leagues and the rest remains significant, with Ecuador's Ecuabet League placing sixth in market value.
The latest market evaluation of South American football demonstrates a continuing divide between the leading leagues and the others across the continent, highlighting the economic challenges smaller leagues face. The report, based on data from Transfermarkt, illustrates that the Brazilian Série A leads with a staggering market value of around €1.93 billion, far outpacing its competitors. Argentina's Liga Profesional follows in second place with a notable €942 million, underscoring the historical dominance of Argentine football in the region.
Colombia’s Liga Dimayor comes in third, valued at €190.38 million, while Uruguay's Primera División and Chile's Primera División closely trail behind with market values of €164.50 million and €158.48 million, respectively. This data emphasizes the stark economic landscape of South American football, where the leading leagues capture the majority of financial resources and attention, further entrenching their superiority in the sport.
In this competitive context, the Ecuabet League's sixth place, with a market value still worth noting, illustrates Ecuador's rising football status on the continental stage. However, the significant differences in value between leagues point to ongoing challenges and disparities that could impact the development and international competitiveness of Ecuadorian football in the long run.
