SFS is pleased to announce the renewal of its media partnership with Fortune Italia for the 2025 edition of the event, taking place on November 18–19 in Rome.
This strategic collaboration continues to grow year after year, reaffirming our shared commitment to delivering high-quality content, economic insights, and a forward-looking perspective on the evolution of the sports sector and football industry.
Fortune Italia, a leading voice in the business and financial media landscape, will once again support the journey of SFS, helping foster dialogue between sport, business, innovation, and sustainability.
Stay tuned for all updates on speakers, panels, new features, and exclusive experiences at the event that shapes the future of football.
SFS Renews Media Partnership with Fortune Italia
SFS is pleased to announce the renewal of its media partnership with Fortune Italia for the 2025 edition of the event, taking place on November 18–19 in Rome. This strategic collaboration continues to grow year after year, reaffirming our shared commitment to delivering high-quality content, economic insights, and a forward-looking perspective on the evolution of the sports sector and football industry. Fortune Italia, a leading voice in the business and financial media landscape, will once again support the journey of SFS, helping foster dialogue between
SFS BRINGS THE FUTURE OF SPORTS VENUES TO TURIN
On May 27 at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, a full day of meetings, networking, and innovation focused on the future of sports venues A new stop of the SFS Snack format will take place at Allianz Stadium in Turin on May 27 with the event “Venue Vision: from infrastructure to experience”, dedicated to the evolution of sports venues as hubs of innovation, entertainment, and fan engagement. National and international experts will share their insights on how stadiums are becoming true experiential ecosystems, going far
International Sports Justice Under Attack: Opinions from the EU Court of Justice
Article written by Carlo Rombolà As we enter 2025, if anyone still believes that sport — in the broadest possible sense — is limited to athletic performance or match results, it is time for a wake-up call. Such a mindset risks overlooking key elements, foremost among them: sports justice. From the Sinner case in tennis to the Brescia case in Italy’s Serie B football league — to mention only the most recent examples — sports enthusiasts can no longer rest easy until the results achieved
Multi-Club Ownership in Spain: a diverse and strategic landscape
Analysis by Football Benchmark Following our recent analysis of the evolution of multi-club ownership (MCO) in Portugal, attention now turns to Spain, an increasingly attractive market for investors. Unlike Portugal, where MCO-affiliated clubs frequently operate as feeder teams, the Spanish MCO ecosystem is significantly more diverse. It features lead and feeder clubs, horizontally structured networks without clear hierarchies, and hybrid models characterised by shared ownership but limited operational integration. An attractive market for football investors Spain’s appeal to football investors, particularly MCO groups,
SFS BRINGS THE INNOVATION OF SPORTS VENUES TO TURIN
On May 27th at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, a day of meetings, networking, and innovation for the future of venues SFS arrives in Turin with a new edition of the SFS Snack format, focused on one of the most current topics in the world of sports and entertainment: the evolution of sports venues. "Venue Vision: from infrastructure to experience" is the title of the event that will be held next May 27th at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, for a day
Attendances in Women’s Football: Strategic Drivers and Outlook
Analysis by Football Benchmark Following last week’s analysis of rising matchday attendances in men’s football, this article shifts focus to the women’s game — where recent seasons have seen promising momentum. European women’s football is gaining traction through increased media coverage, and growing commercial interest, fueling a steady rise in stadium attendances. Yet, infrastructure constraints, intensified competition for fan attention, and misaligned stakeholder priorities have hindered a more cohesive and systematic approach to growing stadium audiences. In a market where significant
FIGC on the field with Komen Italy: a Blue Team for the Race for the Cure against breast cancer
This news was published, as news, on the official website of the FIGC. Also for the 2025 edition, scheduled to be held in Rome on May 11, the Federation will have its own booth with the trophies won by the national team in the Health, Sports and Wellness Village at Circus Maximus and will form its own team Also for the 2025 edition, scheduled for Sunday, May 11, in Rome, FIGC is joining the Race for the Cure, the signature
Rising Crowds, Rising Opportunities: Harnessing Attendance Growth
Analysis of Football Benchmark The booming live event and experience economy is reshaping how consumers prioritise their time and spending — and football is uniquely positioned to benefit from this broader trend. Across Europe’s top leagues, stadiums are now brimming with energy and expectation, as matchday attendance surpasses pre-pandemic norms. This resurgence is more than symbolic. At a time when media rights revenues are plateauing for many clubs and commercial growth is maturing, rising attendances — coupled with a fresh wave
AMB Elettronic is a Partner of the SFS
SFS is pleased to announce a partnership with AMB Elettronic, a leading Italian company in the field of electronics applied to sports. Founded in 1994 in Adria (RO), AMB Elettronic specializes in the design and manufacture of electronic substitute scoreboards used in international sporting events and recognized by organizations such as FIFA and UEFA. The quality and innovation of AMB's products-including the famous Delta whiteboards with LCD display and programmable memory-represent a perfect example of made-in-Italy excellence. In addition to this,
SFS and Villarreal CF present SFS Snack: “Soccer infrastructure and urban development”
SFS (Social Football Summit) and Villarreal CF are proud to announce the next edition of SFS Snack, a short-form international conference dedicated to the soccer industry, to be held on April 15 at the famous Estadio de la Cerámica. SFS Snack Vila-real will bring together high-level speakers, including representatives from major clubs such as Villarreal CF, AS Roma and Valencia Basket Club, as well as managers of international brands such as Ascale. The event, titled "Football, infrastructure and urban development," will