Articles Archive for May 2011
Media & TV Rights »
Al Jazeera Sports has been awarded the international distribution rights for French league soccer over six seasons in a deal believed to be worth €192 million
Social Media »
FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi were the names on everyone’s fingertips on Saturday night as the UEFA Champions League final took over popular social media platforms Facebook and Twitter.
Sponsorship »
Two of world football’s biggest sponsors, Coca-Cola and Adidas, have warned that allegations of corruption at the sport’s governing body could damage the game.
Fans & Community, Social Media »
Football Marketing World Clubs social media ranking, showing the number of Twitter “followers” and Facebook “likes” (official club accounts)
Design & Creative, Merchandising »
The LFP (Ligue de Football Professionnel) unveiled today the new Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 PUMA ball for the 2011-2012 season. This is the third Ligue 1 ball made by PUMA (which partnership with LFP runs until 2012).
11/12 Kits, Design & Creative, Merchandising »
The new Bordeaux kits 11/12 made by Puma which will be worn by FC Girondins de Bordeaux in Ligue 1 during the 2011/2012 French domestic season
Finance & Economics »
Deloitte state that the side who secures promotion are set to have an increase in revenue of around £40 million due to broadcast income as well as shirt sales and gate receipts
Advertising & Commercials, Strategy & Brand Development »
Brands are rushing to cash in on Europe’s ‘Super Bowl moment’ when the Champions League final kicks off at Wembley.
Design & Creative »
Lionel Messi has a special pair of customised adidas F50 adiZero Prime boots for the Champions League Final.
Finance & Economics »
English champions Manchester United FC and Spanish La Liga winners FC Barcelona to battle for share of historic €200 million prize purse.
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