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As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Esports has been surging in popularity with younger generations driving this trend, found GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company’s latest report, ‘Thematic Intelligence – Millennials and Gen Z in Sport’, reveals that a staggering 81% of Gen Z have played video games at some point, while 70% […]
21.35% of all primary front-of-shirt deals across European soccer leagues linked to betting industry, says GlobalData
The betting market’s influence on European soccer has grown year-on-year despite bans continuously being imposed across sporting leagues, with the 2022-2023 season seeing five new deals added, says GlobalData. According to the leading data and analytics company, 21.35% of all primary front-of-shirt deals across European soccer leagues are linked to the betting industry. Apart from […]
Liverpool Football Club could sell for over $5 billion, sending shockwaves throughout the world of sport, says GlobalData
Following the news that Fenway Sports Group (FSG) has put Liverpool FC up for sale; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “FSG have presided over a period of success for Liverpool Football Club in recent years but the news that one of the most […]
World Cup sponsorship revenues have reduced 16% between 2014 and 2022, says GlobalData
Sponsorship deals for the 2022 Qatar World Cup amount to $1.1 billion Public urge all sponsors to pressure FIFA to remedy the cost to workers Sponsorship of the World Cup is always a big revenue driver for FIFA, with 2022 being no different: the tournament has already delivered a total of $1.1 billion in revenue, […]
Ligue 1’s commercial troubles persist as the league continues to lag behind its competitors, says GlobalData
With the value of its media rights only weighing in at approximately $791 million, Ligue 1 continues to lag way behind its rivals, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that the league’s media landscape looks barren, with the likelihood of a renewal with Canal+ doubtful given the broadcaster’s fury at the fallout […]
European Super League back on the table as European clubs aim to undercut $10 billion English Premier League TV rights deal, says GlobalData
Following the news that the European Super League have appointed a new CEO to revive the format; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Given the fan backlash to the original European Super League, it is hard to imagine any English clubs joining any new […]
Wasps falling into administration puts over $150 million worth of Premiership Rugby TV deals at risk, says GlobalData
Following the news that Wasps Holdings Ltd has entered administration; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “While over 150 employees at Wasps Holdings Ltd have now lost their jobs, including players and coaches, administrators and commercial teams, the ramifications of this could reach far […]
Saudi Arabia-backed PIF investing in BeIN Sports will shift broadcasting power dynamics in sport, says GlobalData
Following the news that the Saudi Arabia-backed Public Investment Fund (PIF) is looking to invest in Qatari-owned BeIN Sports; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Having lifted the ban on BeIN Sports, the news that the PIF is looking to partner with the Qatari broadcaster is […]
PSG’s rise in French soccer has serious implications for the consequences of financial doping in the sport, says GlobalData
Before Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)’s acquisition by the Qatar Sports Investments Group (QSI) in 2011, its success in domestic French soccer had been moderate. However, it has since won eight of the last 10 league titles in large part due to having spent approximately $1.37 billion on player transfers in the last decade leading to accusations […]
Hummel puts pressure on FIFA ahead of Qatar World Cup by removing branding from Danish kit, says GlobalData
Following the news that kit supplier Hummel will not allow its branding to be shown during the World Cup in Qatar; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Hummel’s kit deal with Denmark is worth an estimated $2.3 million per year, with the World Cup presenting […]
Pressure from broadcasters ensures UEFA European Championships remain at 24 teams, says GlobalData
Following the news that UEFA is to set abandon its plans to expand the European Championships to 32 teams from 2028; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The UEFA’s media partners have effectively blocked its plans to expand the European Championships to 32 teams […]
Comcast eyeing Warner Bros. Discovery purchase will have significant ramifications for global sports industry says GlobalData
Following the news that Comcast is considering purchasing the newly created Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) to create a media giant; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Comcast purchasing the newly created WBD to create a new media giant could have significant ramifications both in […]
5 ways elite sports stars like Kylian Mbappe maintain the interest of big brands and increase their sponsorship earnings, according to GlobalData
Kylian Mbappe’s global standing recently earned him a new personal sponsorship deal with Panini, the trading cards and memorabilia brand, to add to his earnings from brands such as Dior, Oakley, Nike, Electronic Arts and Sorare, estimated by GlobalData to be worth over $16 million a year. In light of this success the leading data […]
Cazoo scaling back European operations is a huge blow to the European sponsorship market, says GlobalData
Following the news that Cazoo is closing its European operations at the cost of 750 jobs; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “While the brand is focused on the UK market, Cazoo had planned to support its European expansion and build brand equity through […]
Turkish Airlines’ Champions League sponsorship signifies airline industry recovery and crypto sponsorship fragility, says GlobalData
Following the news that Turkish Airlines is the first airline to sponsor the UEFA Champions League after Crypto.com walked away from a deal; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Turkish Airlines becoming the first Airline partner of the UEFA Champions League signifies a return […]
40% of Premier League teams influenced by betting brands in front-of-shirt market despite growing calls around banning such deals, says GlobalData
Recently, there has been a growing discussion and movement to limit the influence of gambling brands as the main sponsorship inventories for teams across the Premier League, finds GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company found that 40%* of the 20 competing teams will don a betting brand logo on the front of their playing […]
Audi looking to emulate Mercedes and grow its brand presence in new markets by joining F1 World Championship, says GlobalData
Following the news that Audi will join F1 as a team in 2026; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Audi joining Formula One as a team from 2026 is not only a significant shift in strategy for the German automotive manufacturer, but also a […]
Women’s sport will only gain popularity with Women’s Euros success, says GlobalData
Women’s sport has long been locked behind inaccessibility, with fewer broadcasting companies willing to spend significant money on media rights for women’s events than they are for men’s sport. However, the success of the women’s national team at the Euros may be a significant step in turning this issue of inaccessibility around, says GlobalData, a […]
TeamViewer terminating $250 million Manchester United sponsorship deal suggests economic turmoil for soccer, says GlobalData
Following the announcement by TeamViewer’s CEO that the company will not renew its sponsorship deal with Manchester United when it expires in 2026; Conrad Wiacek, Head of Sport Analysis at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Sport sponsorship has long been seen as a significant value driver for brands looking to […]
Global ecommerce market set to reach $20.7 trillion by 2025 with major sportswear companies benefiting from significant online sales, says GlobalData
With the ecommerce market expected to reach $20.7 trillion by 2025, major sportswear companies such as Nike, Adidas, Amazon, Alibaba, New Balance, Puma, NBA, NFL and IOC, are set to significantly grow their sales through this online distribution channel, due to the strength of their brands and the ease and accessibility of their online platforms, […]