European campaign and commercial growth drive record Aberdeen FC revenue
Key highlights for the financial year ended 30 June 2026:
Record turnover of £24.4m
Partnership revenue reached a record £1.8m
Continued investment in the first-team squad and football operations
European competition contributed to record revenues
Aberdeen Football Club has reported a record turnover of £24.4 million in its latest accounts for the financial year ended 30 June 2026, driven by participation in European competition and continued growth across key commercial revenue streams.
The financial year saw the Club generate the highest turnover in its history, with participation in the UEFA Conference League providing a significant contribution alongside strong performances across commercial, retail, ticketing and hospitality operations.
Despite achieving record revenues, the Club recorded an EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation) loss of £4.0 million. This reflects increased investment in football operations during the period, combined with a disappointing season on the pitch which ultimately failed to deliver the sporting outcomes expected from that level of expenditure.
The Club's partnerships strategy continued to deliver strong results, with revenue reaching a record £1.8 million. Growth was driven by a combination of new commercial relationships and the continued support of long-standing partners, underlining the strength of Aberdeen FC's commercial proposition and brand.
The financial performance resulted in an operating loss of £6.2 million, compared with a loss of £1.5 million in the previous financial year. The increase in operating losses was primarily attributable to significantly increased operating costs during the 2025/26 season and lower gains from player trading to offset those costs.
AFC Chairman Dave Cormack said:
"While we are pleased to report record turnover, the overall financial outcome falls short of the standards we set ourselves and reflects the significant challenges experienced during the 2025/26 season.
"The Board made a conscious decision to invest heavily in the football department with the aim of driving success on the pitch. Unfortunately, the performances and results achieved did not deliver the return we expected from that investment, and that is reflected in these results.
"That said, the underlying strength of the Club's revenue streams continues to be encouraging. Achieving record turnover and record partnership revenue demonstrates the continued loyalty of our supporters, the commitment of our commercial partners, and the hard work of our staff across all areas of the business.
"Our majority shareholders have continued to demonstrate their long-term commitment to Aberdeen FC, including through the additional £8 million invested in June 2025. This significant backing reflects their confidence in the Club's future and their commitment to supporting our ambitions both on and off the pitch."
The Club continued to see strong support from its fan base throughout the period, with attendances, season ticket sales and commercial engagement remaining robust despite a challenging campaign on the pitch.
Mr Cormack added:
"Our commercial operation continues to go from strength to strength, delivering another record year for partnership revenue. We are extremely grateful to our partners for their ongoing support and confidence in the Club's long-term vision.
"AberDNA membership surpassed the 10,000 mark for the first time, while season ticket sales reached a record 11,500. Together, these milestones reflect the continued loyalty and commitment of the Red Army and support the Club's long-term ambitions both on and off the pitch.
"These results highlight the importance of balancing our ambitions with a sustainable approach. We remain committed to building a Club that strives to achieve consistent success while maintaining long-term financial stability."
In conclusion, Mr Cormack said:
"I would like to thank our supporters, partners, investors, directors and staff for their unwavering commitment during what was a difficult season. Everyone at the Club remains fully focused on learning from the challenges of the past year and delivering stronger performances, both on and off the pitch, in the seasons ahead."
Since this report was finalised, Head Coach Stephen Robinson and his staff have left the Club. Recruitment is well underway to identify the right candidate to lead Aberdeen forward.
