The Dallas Cowboys and Real Madrid CF are both highly successful and globally recognized sports franchises. The Cowboys dominate in financial value and stadium size, while Real Madrid boasts a richer history of championships and a wider range of titles across different competitions. Both teams have a strong global presence and are actively involved in community outreach, making them significant cultural and economic forces in their respective sports.
| Attribute | Dallas Cowboys | Real Madrid CF |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Dallas Cowboys | Real Madrid CF |
| League | National Football League (NFL), National Football Conference (NFC) East division | La Liga |
| Location | Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, headquartered in Frisco, Texas. Home games are played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. | Madrid, Spain |
| Founding Year | 1960 | March 6, 1902 |
| Stadium Capacity | AT&T Stadium has a seating capacity of 80,000, expandable to nearly 100,000. It can be further expanded to 111,000 with standing room. | Approximately 78,297 |
| Number of Championships | 5 Super Bowl titles. The team has appeared in 8 NFL championships. Their eight NFC championships are tied for the most in the conference's history. | La Liga Titles: 36 (Record), Copa del Rey Titles: 20, Supercopa de España: 13, European Cup/UEFA Champions League Titles: 15 (Record), UEFA Super Cups: 6 (Record), UEFA Cups: 2, FIFA Club World Cup: 5 |
| Global Fan Base Size | The Dallas Cowboys have the largest global fan base in the NFL, with approximately 8.5 million supporters. Some sources indicate nearly 19.9 million followers on social media. | Millions of fans worldwide; over 250 million followers across social media platforms |
| Average Ticket Price | The average ticket price for a Cowboys game in 2024 was approximately $399.50. However, other sources list different average prices, ranging from $150-$450 or around $245 for the 2025 season. | Varies widely; 2025/26 season average is $1,121; La Liga match tickets range from €70 to €150 on average, exceeding €500 for matches against top rivals; Cheapest tickets for La Liga matches against mid or lower-table teams start around €30 to €50; Premium seating can exceed €3,000 for high-profile fixtures |
| Team Value (USD) | The Cowboys were the first sports team to be valued at $4 billion and then exceeded $5 billion. According to Forbes, the Cowboys have been the richest sports franchise in the world for 18 straight years and were the first team to cross $10 billion in value. | $3.65 billion (2015) |
| Rivalries | The Cowboys have long-standing rivalries with the Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, and New York Giants. They also have rivalries with the Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Green Bay Packers, and Los Angeles Rams. | El Clásico: FC Barcelona, El Derbi Madrileño: Atlético Madrid, Athletic Bilbao: Historic rivalry |
| Key Players | Not available | Karim Benzema, Vinícius Júnior, and Luka Modrić (as of the 2022-2023 season) |
| Coaching Staff | Brian Schottenheimer is the head coach. Matt Eberflus is the defensive coordinator, and Klayton Adams is the offensive coordinator. | Xabi Alonso |
| Community Involvement | The Dallas Cowboys are involved in numerous community outreach programs through the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Foundation and Dallas Cowboys Charities. They support various causes, including youth programs, military outreach, and women's health initiatives. | Real Madrid Foundation promotes sport, education, and healthy living; focuses on social integration, sports education, and health promotion; over 100 socio-sporting schools globally; involved in humanitarian efforts |