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⚽️[Sports Biz News]🇶🇦 Qatar Stars League Signs Sponsorship Deal with Ooredoo. Qatar Stars League has signed a sponsorship deal with Ooredoo for the upcoming season. This partnership renames the league to "Ooredoo Stars League." The league features renowned players like Marco Verratti and Akram Afif. This collaboration aims to enhance the league's competitiveness and international profile. Ooredoo's commitment to sustainability and community engagement will further strengthen through this sponsorship, driving initiatives like the recycling of telecom devices and promoting active lifestyles through events such as the Doha Marathon. Qatar Stars League (QSL) is the top professional football league in Qatar, currently consisting of 12 teams. The league includes notable players such as former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, Qatari international star Akram Afif, former Real Madrid and Everton attacking midfielder James Rodriguez, and Brazilian forward Roger Guedes. These players enhance the league's competitiveness and international appeal. Through this partnership, QSL aims to further develop football in Qatar, drawing both regional and international attention. The sponsorship will also support Ooredoo's sustainability initiatives, contributing to environmental protection and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). #glocalsportsnews #sportsmarketing #sportsnews #sportsbusiness #marketing #branding #pr #brandingstrategy #marketingstrategy #prstrategy #businessstrategy #advertising #qatarstarsleague #Ooredoo #Qatar #football #sports

📣 Big news in the world of Football Sponsorship 1. 🇸🇦 🤝 🇪🇸 Riyadh Season | موسم الرياض has announced a partnership with LALIGA; supporting its journey towards globalisation and internationalism. The 3 year deal is set to last until 2027, during which one of seasons, Riyadh Season | موسم الرياض will feature as the Official Sponsor of the league. 2. 🏆 ⚔️ ⚖️ Manchester City Football Club City claim a partial victory over The Premier League. Judges ruled over the Associated Party Transactions (ATP’s), claiming that some of the rules are unlawful. With these rules in place, The Premier League were able to reject a new sponsorship deal for City last year, as well as a second agreement between the club and First Abu Dhabi Bank. 3. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🤝 🍺 Molson Coors Beverage Company return to Scottish Football with Carling as Official Beer Partner of the Scottish Professional Football League. The 3-year deal will run until the end of the 2026/27 season, and will see the brand feature at all league matches across Scotland’s top 4 tiers, as well as Premier Sports Cup (the league cup). 4. 📞 🤝 🏆 TIM have announced a 2-year sponsorship deal with reigning Lega Serie A Champions, FC Internazionale Milano, designated as the clubs Official Telco Partner until the end of the 2025/26 season. The deal extends to the women’s team, and TIM will also take naming rights for the Inter Youth Centre. After spending 25 years as Title Sponsor for the Lega Serie A; TIM now only exclusively sponsor both FC Internazionale Milano and AC Milan. 5. 🏚️ 🤝 ⚽ Binghatti, the leading Emirati property developer in the UAE, has announced they will be featured as Title Sponsor of Dubai football team, SHABAB AL AHLI DUBAI CLUB. Binghatti’s sponsorship is set to reflect the developer’s commitment to giving back to the community, through initiatives that promote sports, youth development and healthier lifestyles. #sportsbusiness #sportspartnerships #sponsorships #football

⚽🥅 Everybody knows Ronaldo moved to Al Nassr last year. But how much do you know about how much Saudi has been impacted by the most famous sportsperson in the world ⚽🥅 It is impressive to observe that Ronaldo has helped to fill in 20% of additional seats at Al Nassr’s home stadium when he plays and 15% of all the stadiums he visits (Research Gate). With the strong CR7 brand, Al Nassr has seen its Instagram following grow from 800K to 25 million over the course of a year! While, this is incredible, Saudi’s purpose for Ronaldo is much greater. With the worldwide reputation he holds, KSA has positioned him as a validator for the progress the kingdom has made with regards to sports. They have invested heavily in football, boxing, golf, F1 and e-sports, and with Ronaldo’s move to the Kingdom, it has attracted a large following towards Saudi Sports 🏆. This is further exacerbated with Ronaldo showcasing the country’s historic landmarks, opening a signature ‘CR7 Museum’ 🏛, wearing traditional Saudi dress to commemorate national holidays and large events, alongside the minister of entertainment. These activities are slowly reshaping the public image of Saudi Arabia, leading to increased tourism in the country. With Ronaldo being presented as the spokesperson of Saudi football, it is interesting to know that this is all a means to the end of Saudi securing the right to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Saudi sees this as a way to grow their economy and reputation by inviting the world to experience the rich culture and become part of its history. Looking at it from an outside view, it is incredible to see how one man is placed at the forefront of it all and is part of a large decade long plan to improve Saudi Arabia’s standing as a country and an innovator. What are your thoughts on Advocacy using a celebrated public figure? Do you think Cristiano has a done a good job or are you still not convinced by the PR for rapid expansion of KSA as a global sports hub ⚽ Kaizzen Kaizzen MENA نادي النصر السعودي - AlNassr Saudi Club #pr #marketing #sportsmarketing #footballnews #sportsanalysis

⚽ AFCON 2023 Sponsorship Revenue ⚽ TotalEnergies stands as the highest profile sponsor at the recently completed Africa Cup of Nations, standing as the official title partner of the competition. The brand came on board with CAF in 2016, signing an eight-year partnership, a major partnership which extends also to the ten principal competitions run by the federation. Given the vast and extensive nature of this deal, it is easy to understand how this deal stands out as the biggest single partnership signed for this year's competition. The brand has signed huge rights which in many ways have seen it become the main brand of African soccer in general, but have had to pay handsomely its privilege, with its annual value reported to be worth $31.25 million, according to GlobalData Plc. Other stand out deals that have only come on board for this year's competition include EcoBank, Unilever, and Africa Global Logistics. Firstly, Ecobank’s partnership with AFCON demonstrates its commitment to its pan-African heritage, reinforcing its connection with hundreds of millions of Africa's who will be celebrating the magic of football at this year's tournament. The one-year deal is estimated to be worth $2.5 million. Umbro have made significant commitments for both AFCON and African Football. The German sportswear brand have agreed to supply the official match ball for all tournaments organised by CAF, including AFCON. PUMA Group will also provide the kit for referees during the tournaments and hold marketing rights inside and outside host venues. PUMA Group already have a long-standing relationship African football, supplying the kit for several countries in Africa. As the premium soccer competition in Africa, with wide international reach, CAF have been able to profit from its sponsorship deals, with millions estimated to have been earned through every deal. Combining these deals combined by CAF for the 2023 tournament, being played in 2024, the federation is estimated to bank $74.75 million annually. For information on how to access our full report on AFCON, please get in touch with Tobias S., Conrad Wiacek or myself. #AFCON #Sponsorship #Africa #Deals #Football #Soccer

Ready, set, go! A new infographic on sport participation was released today. 🏅 It presents data on sport participation rates in Canada, the most popular #sports, barriers to sport participation and reasons to participate in sports. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eYAUPAWe.  #DiversityData

Have the Paris Olympics damaged the brand and diminished the anticipated revenue stream for a Brisbane 2032 Games? Having lived in the corridor between the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, I am concerned about the Olympic proposals. When asked to contribute $140 million to relocate while the Gabba was rebuilt the AFL and Cricket said, 'No way.' They would have been provided by the QLD and Australian taxpayer with a new facility worth well north of $2.7 billion. We should not give them a brass razoo! The Olympic brand has been severely damaged by perverts in the opening ceremony and the projected revenues are seriously compromised. Qlders should have a plebiscite on a number of issues. Should we bail? Should the Olympics be a precinct near Victoria Park with a new facility there? Or give the AFL and Cricket a $3.6 billion or more free ride? Does brisbane want this, it will change the city forever, and raise the cost of housing. Do we want mass migration and the risk of terrorism? Do we want the congestion and disruption? Will the revenues from Pervert Paris games greatly diminish revenues for Brisbane, the answer to that question is 'YES!'

Inter Milan Becomes the First Global Football Club to Establish a Regional Office in Riyadh @Inter Milan has announced its commitment to strategic expansion in Saudi Arabia, having secured an investment license from the Saudi Ministry of Investment. This crucial step enables the Italian football club to enhance its operations in the Kingdom, particularly with government entities, making it the first global football club to establish its regional office in Riyadh. In an official statement released today, the club emphasized that it will benefit from the support of the Saudi Ministry of Investment to grow its brand presence in the Middle East and expand its fan base. Known as the "Nerazzurri," Inter Milan also aims to contribute to Vision 2030 by developing young talents and promoting a sporting culture. Immediately after receiving its investment license, Inter Milan launched its first academy in Jeddah, in partnership with World Sports. Alessandro ANTONELLO, CEO of Inter Milan, stated, "This license underscores our commitment to adding value to the sports sector in Saudi Arabia by supporting its development and involving local companies in our global network." Vice President Javier Zanetti added, "Since our first match in Riyadh, we've been amazed by the passion Saudi youth have for our club, and we look forward to further engaging them in the Inter Milan world. At the core of what we do is the development of young players." The club also highlighted that its presence in Saudi Arabia will strengthen its position in a market that has already shown high enthusiasm for the team, especially following its participation and victories in the Italian Super Cup held in the Kingdom over the past two years. It’s worth noting that the number of Arabic-speaking fans following the club on social media now exceeds 5 million, making it the second-largest fanbase for the team outside Italy. #Vision2030 #SaudiArabia #InterMilan #Investment #FootballAcademy #MiddleEast #Riyadh #SportsDevelopment #TalentDevelopment #FootballIndustry #GlobalExpansion #ItalianSuperCup #YouthEmpowerment #Jeddah #SportsSector

🔍 Understanding someone's process is key! 🤝 Delving into the Dubai Sports Council preferences helps us know the perfect time and content to share. Tailoring announcements for consideration and publication becomes an art when we appreciate the intricacies of our partnering organisations' workflow. 📄📬 #Strategy #MENASports #DubaiSports

🚀 Qatar is on the Rise as a Global Sports Hub! 🌍⚽ 🏀🤾 Qatar’s sports market is booming, and it’s not slowing down! From hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup to gearing up for the Asian Games 2030 Qatar is positioning itself as a major player in the sports industry. 💥 Key Facts: - Huge Growth: The market is set to grow from $4 billion in 2023 to $10 billion by 2033! 🏟️ - Job Creation: Up to 25,000 new sports-related jobs by 2033. - Major Events: Qatar is hosting events like the FINA World Championships in 2024, the AFC Asian Cup in 2027, and the Asian Games in 2030. - Youth Power: Aspire Academy is fueling the future of sports, with 70% of Qatar’s national athletes coming from their programs. ⚽🏀🤾♂️ Qatar’s sports scene is thriving, and technology is playing a huge role. At Blocksport we’re excited to help clubs and federations engage fans, attract sponsors, and unlock new digital revenue streams. 💡 What do you think? How do you see the sports tech space growing in Qatar, and what opportunities are you excited about? 👉 If you’re interested in being part of Qatar’s sports revolution, let’s connect! Qatar SportsTech Qatar Airways Qatar Sports Investments Qatar SportsTech Qatar Football Association Qatar Football Qatar Stars League Qatar Basketball Federation Qatar Basket Qatar Development Bank #QatarSports #SportsTech #FanEngagement #Sponsorships #SportsEconomy #Blocksport

EURO 2024 and Copa America 2024: How Betano’s Sponsorship Influences Online Traffic Betano, a leading online betting brand in Latin America, recently became the official sponsor of UEFA EURO 2024 and Copa America 2024. To assess the impact of this sponsorship, we analyzed data from Similarweb and Ahrefs, focusing on the comparison of total and organic traffic between May and June. Total Traffic Comparison (May vs. June) - Betano.com: Increased from 53.08M to 58.25M visitors (8.87% growth). 📈 - Betano.pe: Decreased from 22.62M to 21.10M visitors (7% drop). 🇵🇪 - Betano.de: Increased from 2.194M to 2.781M visitors (26.75% growth). 🇩🇪 - Betano.pt: Increased from 7.498M to 9.844M visitors (31.28% growth). 🇵🇹 Organic Traffic Comparison (May vs. June) - Betano.com: Increased from 5.6M to 7M visitors (25% growth). 🌟 - Betano.pe: Increased from 352K to 484K visitors (37.5% growth). 🚀 - Betano.de: Remained stable at 174K visitors (0% change). - Betano.pt: Increased from 428K to 628K visitors (46.72% growth). 📈 Observations: - Betano.pe showed organic traffic growth, but total traffic decreased, indicating conflicting trends. 📊 - Keywords related to EURO 2024 and Copa America 2024 showed minimal interest, indicating limited direct impact from the sponsorship. 🔍 Conclusion: Our team believes that the traffic growth is largely driven by major football tournaments such as EURO 2024 and Copa America 2024. ⚽ Football is the most popular sport for betting worldwide, and these tournaments play a key role in attracting traffic. Sponsorship of such events is likely aimed at long-term brand strengthening. What goals did this sponsorship pursue? Share your thoughts in the comments. 💬 Want to harness the power of research for your business? Contact us! ☎️ #GGR365 #Betano #UEFAEURO2024 #CopaAmerica2024