The impact of Messi's arrival was immediate. Within a month, he propelled Inter Miami to its maiden trophy, clinching victory in the inaugural Leagues Cup through a dramatic penalty shootout. Beyond the pitch, the eight-time Ballon d'Or recipient revolutionised the team's business endeavours, catalysing a remarkable surge in revenue. In 2023, revenue soared to $118 million, more than doubling from $56 million in 2022. This swift reversal of fortune has amplified the club's stature and appreciation.
But for the second consecutive year, the Los Angeles Football Club secures the top position, boasting a valuation of $1.2 billion.
List of 10 Most Valuable Teams Major League Soccer 2024
Here is a table for the top 10 most valuable soccer clubs in the United States, along with their 2023 revenue, operating income, 1-year change in value, and key owners:
| No. | Team | Value | 2023 Revenue | Operating Income | 1-Year Change | Key Owners |
| 1 | Los Angeles Football Club | $1.2 billion | $140 million | $9 million | 0.2 | Bennett Rosenthal, Brandon Beck, Larry Berg, Peter Guber |
| 2 | Inter Miami CF | $1.03 billion | $118 million | $8 million | 0.72 | Jorge Mas, Jose Mas, David Beckham |
| 3 | LA Galaxy | $950 million | $95 million | $3 million | 0.03 | Philip Anschutz |
| 4 | Atlanta United FC | $900 million | $95 million | $9 million | 0.06 | Arthur Blank |
| 5 | New York City FC | $850 million | $70 million | -$9 million | 0.06 | City Football Group (Sheikh Mansour) |
| 6 | Seattle Sounders FC | $785 million | $75 million | $2 million | 0.19 | Adrian Hanauer |
| 7 | D.C. United | $775 million | $85 million | $10 million | 0.11 | Jason Levien, Steven Kaplan |
| 8 | Austin FC | $750 million | $87 million | $3 million | 0.1 | Anthony Precourt, Eddie Margain |
| 9 | Toronto FC | $725 million | $69 million | -$12 million | 0.05 | Larry Tanenbaum, Rogers Communication, Bell Canada |
| 10 | Charlotte FC | $690 million | $80 million | $6 million | 0.1 | David Tepper |
In 2023, LAFC achieved a notable operating profit of $9 million, driven by a league-leading revenue of $140 million. Before the last season, the club secured a lucrative 10-year stadium naming rights agreement worth $100 million with BMO. Furthermore, in July, LAFC set a new MLS single-game attendance record by drawing 82,110 fans to the Rose Bowl for its highly anticipated rivalry match against the LA Galaxy.
Beyond MLS operations, LAFC bolsters its financial performance through a diverse array of non-MLS ventures, such as hosting concerts and other events, contributing to the club's robust bottom line.
Note: The list is derived from Forbes’ report on ‘Major League Soccer’s Most Valuable Teams 2024’
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