Sports entertainment platform DAZN has acquired the broadcast rights for Kings League competitions in 2026.
The agreement covers the Kings World Cup Nations 2026 and domestic leagues across Europe, adding to the platform’s portfolio of football content.
DAZN will broadcast the tournament for free in the majority of global markets, including the UK, Asia, and Canada, while it will be part of the paid offering in France. The event features 20 national teams managed by streamers and football legends.
Furthermore, DAZN has become the domestic broadcaster for the Kings League local competitions in Spain, Italy, and Germany.
Shay Segev, DAZN Group CEO, said, “DAZN’s ambition is to be the global home of football, and Kings League represents the kind of innovation fans want from the sport. DAZN is the ideal partner to grow the Kings League’s audience worldwide, due to our global reach, pioneering technology and the power of our marketing engine. This agreement strengthens DAZN’s position as the ultimate destination for the most exciting football formats and complements our global football rights portfolio, which includes the world’s most popular leagues and competitions.”
Rangers FC have agreed to a sponsorship deal with Pipeline Energy Solutions for the remainder of the 2025/26 season.
The agreement designates the multi-utility installation company as the Scottish Premiership side’s back-of-shirt lower sponsor. As a result of the deal, the brand’s logo will be displayed on all Men’s and Women’s first-team playing kits.
A previous sponsor of the club, Pipeline Energy Solutions has returned to become an official partner. Based in Scotland, the company offers expertise, resources, and equipment to ensure sites operate safely and efficiently.
Fraser Thornton, Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are pleased to partner with Pipeline Energy Solutions, who become back of shirt lower sponsor for the remainder of the campaign. Our relationship with Pipeline spans many years and is built on a shared and deep commitment to driving Rangers forward both on and off the pitch. We are very grateful for their backing, and look forward to building on this partnership in the months ahead.”
David Richardson, Pipeline Energy Solutions Managing Director, added, “Our partnership with Rangers has been incredibly rewarding, and we are proud to have previously supported the development of talent within the Academy and the success of the women’s team. Now, extending our sponsorship to the first team is a natural and exciting step.”
Stevenage Football Club has secured a North Stand sponsorship agreement with Vital Electronics, in partnership with Balstone Investments.
The agreement will see the Vital Electronics brand displayed on the North Stand at The Stevenage FC Stadium. The deal strengthens the club’s commercial partnerships ahead of upcoming domestic competitions in the English Football League.
Vital Electronics operates in Stevenage and is owned by local residents Shawn and Kieren Balstone, who also run Balstone Investments. Both organisations are based in the town and employ local staff.
Stevenage Football Club competes in the EFL and continues to work with local businesses as part of its commercial and community strategy.
Stevenage FC Head of Commercial David Hoskins said, “I’m delighted to welcome on board Shawn and all at Vital Electronics at this particularly exciting time for the club. The bold branding looks fantastic on the North Stand and will certainly get maximum exposure, both from fans on matchdays and through the huge national and global exposure we continue to receive.
This North Stand sponsorship will run until the end of next season and I’m really looking forward to developing a true partnership between Vital Electronics and the club.”
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