SPORT ECONOMY: THE IMPACT OF FOOTBALL RUNNING COST ON AN ECONOMY The primary role of any Football/Soccer League is to organise the football competition between the Clubs that make up the league. Each League match is watched by thousands of fans and supporters, who travel the country to follow their team, and millions miles away through their television. This interest helps to generate a range of revenues; including ticketing, merchandise and broadcast. In particular, the sale of broadcast rights has been one of the most significant revenue streams for the league and clubs. “The game of football is of considerable economic, social and cultural significance.” The growing interest in football/soccer from within and outside reflects continued investment in the clu...