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VBET has signed an arrangement with the Ukrainian Association of Football (UAF), securing the title sponsorship of the Ukrainian Football Cup. The three-season agreement will see both partners collaborate on the development of the knock-out tournament as well as Ukrainian football in general, and builds on VBET’s previous deals with the UAF. Anton Svitlychny, Head of VBET Ukraine Partnership Development, …

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has argued that the country’s betting sponsorship and advertising ban should be temporarily lifted in order to allow the sports sector to recoup lost earnings. First implemented on 1 January 2019, the Italian advertising ban has seen the full range of commercial marketing including product placements, distribution of branded items and influencer marketing are banned …

Betway has strengthened its marketing and branding in the German sports betting space, striking a deal with Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart. As part of the three-year agreement, Betway will gain branding on the LED screens and cam carpets at the VfB Stuttgart stadium, the 60,000-seat Mercedes-Benz Arena. Additionally, the Malta-based bookmaker will also secure activation rights as part of the …

With the effects of the coronavirus crisis still being felt throughout the world of sports, authorities and governing bodies are facing more pressure than ever in the fight against match-fixing and sports corruption.  Delving into the ongoing challenges that authorities face when combating the manipulation of competitions, a panel titled ‘Match-Fixing Phenomenon at the time of COVID’ at SBC Digital …

Stats Perform has announced the acquisition of 13 Strides, a visual sports content studio, in a move towards the sports tech company’s strategic focus on fan engagement. The firm, which has partnered with various media companies, sports leagues, teams and brands to empower a range of clients with the ability to create visual content and graphics, addresses the challenge of …

Codere has strengthened its sports marketing activities in the Latin American market following an agreement with prominent Argentinian football team Club Atlético River Plate. The four-year deal will see the sports betting operator become the official betting partner of the Primera División team, whilst also gaining visibility via shirt sleeve branding for the initial stages of the deal. Expansion of …

Fulham FC has signed up financial trading and sports betting firm Spreadex as a principal partner of the EFL Championship club for the next two seasons. The Spreadex Trading logo will become a regular feature at Craven Cottage, including on the back of all kits worn by the players. Fulham’s 2020/21 kits will be revealed later this week ahead of Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Charlton, while …

Virgin Bet has secured a sponsorship agreement with the Ayr Gold Cup, along with the naming rights to the three-day Ayr Gold Cup Festival, which runs from 16 to 18 September. The highlight of ITV Racing’s live television coverage on the day, the Virgin Bet Ayr Gold Cup will be run on 18 September. In addition to the Virgin Bet Ayr Gold Cup, the sportsbook …

Serie A club AC Milan has selected iGaming brand Premier Bet as the Italian team’s official betting partner in Africa. Touted as a ‘new and exciting partnership’ by both parties, the collaboration will allow the Italian giants to expand its presence in the African continent, which already has a vast Rossoneri fanbase. The agreement will present supporters with the opportunity …