Arsenal FC: 4,400 jobs supported in the UK & £616m generated for the economy in 2022-23

Arsenal FC (Premier League) supported 4,400 jobs in the UK and generated £616m (€737m) in added value for the UK economy during the 2022-23 season, according to the club in its first "Economic and Social Impact Report" (available to download) published by the auditing firm EY on 19/11/2024.

Among the key figures for the London club's impact in 2022-23:
• "14,000 people participated in Arsenal In The Commuinty initiatives, which delivered over 140,000 hours of community-based activity;
• £228m (€273m) total UK tax revenue generated;
• Arsenal's home games at Emirates Stadium and Meadow Park (home of the women's team) attracted an attendance of 1.6 million supporters. These matchdays brought significant economic benefits to the local area;
• Arsenal employs 724 full-time staff."

"One of our most successful initiatives is the Positive Futures Programme, marking its 20^th anniversary this year. Combining football, sports activities, mentoring, and pathways into community volunteering and employment, the programme supports individuals living in local estates across Islington (where Emirates…