Southampton names Sportsbet.io as new front-of-shirt sponsor

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Southampton Football Club has announced that Sportsbet.io will be the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2020/21 campaign.

As a result of the partnership, Sportsbet.io’s logo will be featured on the first team and Under-23 shirts. The one-year deal also sees Southampton name the cryptocurrency-based sports betting platform as its main club partner.

Sportsbet.io signed as Southampton’s new front-of-shirt sponsor in short notice following LD Sports’ exit. According to a report in the Daily Mail, LD Sports’ decision to walk away from the contract is influenced by political tensions between the UK and China as well as COVID-19 concerns. 

Southampton Football Club’s Chief Commercial Officer, David Thomas, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Sportsbet.io as Main Club Partner. 

“Sportsbet.io have redefined the online betting space by combining cutting-edge technology with cryptocurrency expertise and a passion for offering its players with the ultimate fun, fast and fair gaming experience. 

“They are fully committed to providing a safe place where people can enjoy their games responsibly, and have a world-class social responsibility team in place. The club will work with Sportsbet.io and our local community to promote this important social responsibility message over the course of the upcoming year.

“Everyone at the club is looking forward to the start of what we hope will be a strong season for Southampton, and we are very happy that we will be able to share that journey with Sportsbet.io.”

The club has confirmed that plans are being put in place to provide the ‘best possible solution’ for fans who have already previously bought its 2020/21 kit with the LD Sports logo. Moreover, the club has temporarily halted all sales of home, away and third kits while the club updates its shirts for the upcoming season.

CEO of the Coingaming Group, Tim Heath, added: “We are absolutely thrilled to announce this sponsorship deal with one of the Premier League’s most ambitious teams. 

“Sportsbet.io shares the club’s desire to disrupt its industry and increase its global reach. We’re proud to be able to contribute to the Saints and support such a prestigious team which has been around for nearly 135 years!”

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