The Dallas Cowboys, a prominent American football franchise in the NFL, have once again secured their position as the world’s most profitable sports club, according to the latest rankings released by Forbes for 2026. The report highlights a significant financial trend: seven out of the top ten clubs on the list are based in the United States, showcasing the robust economic power of American sports.
The Dallas Cowboys have not only extended their remarkable decade-long streak as one of the most valuable sports organizations but also claimed the top spot for profitability. The team reported an impressive $629 million in profit for the 2025 fiscal year, solidifying their financial leadership in the global sports arena.
Following the Cowboys, the Golden State Warriors, a powerhouse in the NBA, secured the second position with an impressive annual profit of $409 million. The third spot saw a tie between two North American clubs: the Los Angeles Rams, an American football team from the NFL, and the Edmonton Oilers, a Canadian ice hockey team from the NHL. Both franchises generated $244 million in profit.
The rankings further revealed the Mercedes Formula One team in fifth place, with an estimated profit of $227 million, demonstrating the financial strength within the elite motorsport world. Further down the list, American teams continue to dominate, with the New England Patriots, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, Houston Rockets, and Toronto Maple Leafs all making significant profits.
Notably, England’s Manchester United Football Club closed out the top ten, reporting $185 million in profit. Their inclusion is particularly remarkable as they achieved this without winning a major trophy or securing a spot in the UEFA Champions League that year, underscoring the club’s powerful global brand and commercial appeal. Manchester United stands as the sole association football (soccer) club among the top ten most profitable teams.
Here is the complete list of the world’s most profitable sports clubs from the Forbes 2026 report:
1. Dallas Cowboys (NFL): $629 million
2. Golden State Warriors (NBA): $409 million
3. Los Angeles Rams (NFL): $244 million
3. Edmonton Oilers (NHL): $244 million
5. Mercedes F1 Team (Formula 1): $227 million
6. New England Patriots (NFL): $222 million
7. Atlanta Hawks (NBA): $203 million
7. Philadelphia 76ers (NBA): $203 million
9. Houston Rockets (NBA): $191 million
9. Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL): $191 million
10. Manchester United (English Premier League): $185 million
