# Onefootball

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/onefootball

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
- Website: https://company.onefootball.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $320M
- Latest round: Series D (Apr 20, 2022)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in Germany, Onefootball GmbH functions as a digital sports media company that provides sports news and personalized content to fans worldwide, enhancing their overall sports experience.Onefootball GmbH, founded in 2008, operates from its headquarters in Berlin, Germany, providing a digital sports platform that aggregates real-time news and updates for sports enthusiasts. The company has raised funding across 6 deals, with the latest being a Series D round on October 1, 2024, where it secured USD 300.00 mn from lead investor Liberty City Ventures and others including DAH Beteiligungs. The total amount raised so far amounts to USD 300.00 mn, with a current valuation of USD 3,243.98 mn. Co-founded by Lucas Cranach, Lucas von Cranach, and Vincent Schalk, the company has seen various strategic shifts but remains focused on digital sports media.Onefootball GmbH specializes in delivering an array of digital sports media products designed to enhance the experience of sports enthusiasts. Its offerings include a comprehensive sports news platform and an interactive application that provides real-time updates, analysis, and personalized content. This service caters to a global audience, particularly in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, and serves various stakeholders in the sports industry by offering advertising space and promotional opportunities within its platforms.The company generates revenue through a diversified model, including subscription services, advertising partnerships, and collaborations with sports organizations. Customers can subscribe to premium services with enhanced features, creating a recurring revenue stream. Advertising campaigns target engaged audiences, while partnerships with sports leagues and teams enable cross-promotions and content sharing. Specific pricing details have not been disclosed.In October 2024, Onefootball GmbH raised venture funding from new investor Major League Soccer, aimed at enhancing its partnership with the league. This will enable the platform to showcase MLS match highlights and expand the league's digital visibility. The company plans to develop new products tailored to audience preferences and explore expansion into additional markets, although specific regions and timelines have not been detailed.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Apr 20, 2022, $300M — Liberty City Ventures, DAH Beteiligungs
- Series B, Sep 25, 2013, $7M — Union Square Ventures
- Series A, Mar 27, 2013, $13M — Earlybird

## Investors

- Earlybird (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/earlybird) — Series A
- Union Square Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/union-square-ventures) — Series B
- Liberty City Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/liberty-city-ventures) — Series D
- DAH Beteiligungs — Series D