The 2024–25 UEFA Conference League wraps up with a surprising yet high-stakes final between Real Betis and Chelsea, set for Wednesday, May 28 at the Stadion Miejski in Wrocław, Poland. While both teams aim to lift the trophy, the big question is — what exactly is on the line for the champion?

How much money does the winner receive?

The Conference League champion earns €7 million for winning the final. In addition, clubs accumulate revenue throughout the tournament:

• €3.17 million for participating in the group stage
• €400,000 per win and €133,000 per draw
• Bonus payments per knockout round:
  • €800,000 (Round of 16)
  • €1.3 million (Quarterfinals)
  • €2.5 million (Semifinals)

A team that performs flawlessly could earn over €15 million in total. The runner-up receives a fixed prize of €4 million.

Does the winner qualify for another UEFA competition?

Yes. The Conference League champion automatically qualifies for the 2025–26 UEFA Europa League group stage.

However, there's a catch: if the champion has already secured a Champions League or Europa League spot through their domestic league, the berth does not get passed down. In this case, Chelsea have already qualified for the Champions League, and Betis are in the Europa League via LaLiga — so the spot won’t be reassigned.

What does this title mean for Betis and Chelsea?

• For Real Betis, it's a historic opportunity: their first-ever European final and a shot at their first international trophy.
• For Chelsea, winning would make them the first club to win the Champions League, Europa League, Cup Winners' Cup, and Conference League, completing a rare European sweep.

Match details

• Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
• Venue: Stadion Miejski, Wrocław, Poland
• Kickoff (ET): 3:00 PM
• Referee: Irfan Peljto (Bosnia)

Beyond money and silverware, this final could define a legacy. For both Betis and Chelsea, it’s more than a match — it’s a shot at European immortality.