The 50th Edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup: A Record-Breaking Tournament

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup, currently in its 50th edition, has kicked off with a bang, boasting the highest market value in the competition’s history and surpassing all other Asian Cup tournaments. With a market value of 1.28 billion euros (5.3 billion riyals), this edition is the most expensive in the tournament’s history.

A Record-Breaking Market Value

The King’s Cup tournament in Saudi Arabia has a staggering market value, exceeding the combined total of the four cup tournaments ranked second through fifth in the Asian list. According to the specialized “Transfer Market” website, the total value of these four tournaments amounts to 1.25 billion euros (5.2 billion riyals), with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup surpassing this figure.

Comparison with Other Asian Cup Tournaments

In comparison, the Japanese Emperor’s Cup has a total value of 474.34 million euros, while the Qatar Emir’s Cup stands at 352.95 million euros. The South Korean FA Cup and the Chinese FA Cup have market values of 238.36 million euros and 189.35 million euros, respectively.