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Sorare raises a €40m Series A from Benchmark and Accel Partners to help fans own their football passion online

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5 years ago

February 26, 2021

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Sorare, the digital collectible football platform, announces that it has received €40 million in Series A financing, led by Benchmark, with additional funding from Accel and new business angels. The angels include Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, Vaynermedia CEO Gary Vaynerchuk, football players Antoine Griezmann and Rio Ferdinand. The financing brings Sorare’s total funding to €48 million. The capital will be used to fuel the growth of the community, accelerate the hiring of a world-class team and launch a mobile application.

Fantastically real collectibles

Football is a common denominator for more than 4 billion people globally but today, fans feel further away from the game they love than ever before. As we spend more time online, the need for connection has significantly shifted to digital experiences. Sports card collectibles have long helped fans celebrate their love of the game, and now they can experience a whole new world online. Sorare is leading the new era of online football fandom, where fans can live football moments and true connections like never before.

The company’s mission is to build “the game within the game” and to give fans the platform to celebrate, share and own their football passion. Through tradable digital cards, Sorare is designing a collective fantasy football experience where you can manage your favorite players and hone your passion to earn prizes. Anyone, anywhere, can connect with the beautiful game on Sorare.

Growing across the globe

The company, which is already profitable, has experienced an explosive 52% month-on-month growth over the past 12 months, going from €50K worth of cards traded on the platform in January 2020 to €3.5M in January 2021 across 120 countries.

More than 120 football clubs have launched their digital cards on Sorare, with all European Champions actively participating in the growth of the game. Partnerships with Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Juventus make Sorare the first digital collectible platform to offer cards from Europe’s top five league champions. The company’s ambition is to onboard the top 20 football leagues globally. This next-generation gaming experience allows leagues and clubs to expand their international brand by reaching an untapped audience of fans. Sorare is effectively opening up a new traceable and sustainable revenue stream for them.

Crypto’s next consumer application

Sorare collectibles are backed by blockchain technology to provide transparency and portability into other games. More importantly, the blockchain Ethereum enables the act of collecting in the digital space by creating digital scarcity through “non-fungible tokens” (NFT). It secures the passion of fans and creates a new level of trust and freedom for gamers who can freely trade their assets over the internet.

Sorare joins the ranks of culturally impactful companies and innovative brands in the Benchmark and Accel portfolio, including Twitter, Snap, Instagram and Spotify.

Nicolas Julia, CEO at Sorare explained: “Sorare was born from our love for football. We’re building a gaming experience fueled by passion where fans can connect with football and a global community. On Sorare, they can truly own the game. Today is a watershed moment – both for Sorare as a company and for our community – that will enable us to touch new markets and radically improve our product to become the game within the beautiful game.”

Peter Fenton, General Partner at Benchmark commented: “We’re thrilled to partner with Sorare as their lead Series A investor. The company combines the global passion for football collectibles with the excitement of real-world play in fantasy league tournaments. The founders early work in blockchain technology gave them the unique insight into a killer application for a new NFT – real players in real games creating enduring value for a digital artifact. Their explosive growth codifies the utility of these technologies in everyday life.”

Andrei Brasoveanu, Partner at Accel added: “Sitting at the intersection of fantasy football and sports collectibles, Sorare is revolutionizing the way fans across the world engage with and enjoy sports. In just a year, Sorare has built an incredible viral community and secured partnerships with more than 130 football clubs, including five European Champions. This impressive growth is a testament to the ambition and determination of Nicolas, Adrien and the entire Sorare team. We’re excited to join Sorare on the next stage of their journey and help build the leading digital sports collectibles platform worldwide!”

Christian Miele, Partner at e.ventures, commented: “We have been impressed by Nicolas’ and Adrien’s vision from day one. For the first time in human history a digital collectible holds a utility and can be used in a wide field of applications to attract soccer fanatics, collectors, and investors alike. This is why Sorare is best positioned to create one of the largest next-generation entertainment companies in the world.”

Gerard Piqué, Strategic Advisor at Sorare, explained: “As world football has shifted from local supporters to global fanbases, football fans are looking for new ways to be connected to the game, the players and other fans. Nicolas and the team have a unique gaming experience with real-world impact, bringing fantasy to reality. I’m looking forward to helping the team and the Sorare community connect with more football clubs and leagues.”

Sia Houchangnia, Partner at Seedcamp, concluded: “Sorare is a truly category-defining company and has the potential to become one of the biggest consumer tech success stories out of Europe. In less than 2 years since our pre-seed investment, the Sorare team has built from scratch a complex economy within an incredibly compelling game. Most importantly, Sorare can count on one of the most vibrant communities of early adopters we’ve ever seen. The growth has been astonishing and there’s an entire ecosystem of games and content being built around Sorare’s football cards. This is one of the most exciting businesses we’ve had the chance to work with and we are incredibly excited to have Benchmark and Accel joining the journey.”

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GoldenRace and Spinmatic Partner with Fortuna Entertainment Group in Major CEE Expansion

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25 minutes ago

February 12, 2026

Wladimir P.

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GoldenRace and Spinmatic have officially partnered with Fortuna Entertainment Group (FEG), a leading omni-channel betting and gaming operator, representing a significant milestone for the Central and Eastern European (CEE) gaming market.

FEG operates in five major European nations—Czechia, Poland, Slovakia, Croatia, and Romania—holding a leading position in both online and physical retail markets. This collaboration introduces top-tier Virtual Sports and exceptional casino games to a large audience, enhancing the expansion and robustness of GoldenRace and Spinmatic throughout the continent.

“We are delighted to bring our industry-leading Virtual Sports and Crash games, and Spinmatic’s innovative casino games to Fortuna Entertainment Group. FEG is a true powerhouse in Central and Eastern Europe and this partnership is a testament to our commitment to strengthening our presence in regulated European markets. Our focus for the year ahead remains clear: to continue pushing the boundaries of technology and realism, ensuring our partners always have the most competitive and engaging products in the industry,” said Martin Wachter, CEO and Founder of GoldenRace.

Myke Foster, Group Head of Commercial Gaming Operations at FEG, highlighted: “This strategic partnership will bring a wealth of new content and experiences to FEG customers, across our Fortuna, PSK & Casa Pariurilor brands, in our highly competitive & fully-regulated markets across CEE. We are committed to bringing our audience an unrivalled array of new and exclusive products, whilst offering genuine differentiation- and this collaboration with Spinmatic & GoldenRace will see us reinforce our unique offering across Slots, Virtuals, Crash Games, Scratchcards & more.”

Players of Fortune Entertainment Group are the true victors in this arrangement. They currently have access to a range of products aimed at enhancing engagement to the fullest:

●GoldenRace Virtual Sports: FEG customers can enjoy 24/7 action with GoldenRace’s legendary Virtual Football, virtual and pre-recorded races, Crash games, number games, and more, including the recent and very innovative category, Hit&Win, with Arcade Heist and Fortune Fighters as the first two additions to this vertical.
●Spinmatic’s Casino games: A suite of over 100 games available for FEG players to enjoy, including premium Slots, Bingo, Scratchcards, Plinko and Crash games.

As 2026 unfolds, the collaboration among GoldenRace, Spinmatic, and FEG is poised to transform the betting experience for millions of players in Central Eastern Europe.

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S Gaming ignites US expansion with Fanatics Casino partnership

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February 12, 2026

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In-demand slot provider adds yet another top tier brand to its growing list of operator partners in the US market

S Gaming, the provider of highly entertaining online slot and casino games, continues to build momentum in the US market having signed on the dotted line with tier one operator, Fanatics Casino.

Under the deal, Fanatics Casino will exclusively launch the studio’s hugely popular Triple 7 Jackpot slot to players in regulated iGaming states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Michigan.

So what can players expect when they fire up the reels on Triple 7 Jackpot?

Triple 7 Jackpot is a classic slot dripping in neon action. The Triple 7 feature is always on screen but is locked until a spin lands three Bonus 7 symbols. This unlocks the feature with one spin awarded, giving players a shot at the 500x Jackpot prize.

Free Spins are also up for grabs with seven Free Games awarded when three Scatters land in the base game.

The deal with Fanatics Casino marks the next step in the studio’s ambitious plans for the US – a market where the sustainable entertainment and casual gameplay its slots provide is already proving to be a hit with players.

Charles Mott, CEO & Co-Founder at S Gaming, said: “Fanatics Casino needs no introduction and is one of the power player brands in the regulated US market.”

“We couldn’t be happier to see Triple 7 Jackpot land in its casino lobby and for players in states such as New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Michigan to take it for a spin for the first time.”

“We now have two top-tier operator partners in the US (Fanatics and BetMGM) and look forward to putting pen to paper on even more deals over the coming months.”

Kieron Shaw, Senior Manager, Fanatics Casino, added: “At Fanatics Casino, we are looking to build our portfolio of games to better enhance the player experience, and that’s why we continue to strike partnerships with pioneering studios like S Gaming.”

S Gaming brings something a little different to our portfolio thanks to its ethos around fun, while still delivering plenty of thrills and big win potential.”

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Top Sports Events & Promos by N1 Partners: Where to Drive Tier-1 Traffic in February

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February 11, 2026

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February presents one of the strongest seasonal windows for affiliates working with Tier-1 sports traffic — and N1 Partners is expanding the opportunities even further.

The affiliate program has strengthened its sports offering by making betting available across three brands: the flagship N1 Bet, alongside RollXO and Lucky Hunter. This multi-brand setup allows partners to scale sports traffic strategically while leveraging casino brands with proven conversion performance.

Instead of relying on a single product, affiliates can now diversify traffic flows, stabilize KPIs, and combine sports, casino, and seasonal promotional mechanics for stronger long-term results.

Why February Is a Prime Month for Sports Traffic

Conversion stability often depends on timing. Campaigns aligned with seasonal peaks, major sporting events, and emotionally engaging dates consistently outperform generic traffic launches.

February stands out due to:

A packed schedule of top European football leagues and international tournaments
The Winter Olympic Games
Valentine’s Day seasonal campaigns
Increased emotional engagement and deposit intent

During high-profile events and holiday periods, users are more likely to deposit, participate in promotions, and return to the platform. The right contextual hook can directly influence conversion rate, average deposit size, and retention.

To help affiliates capitalize on this momentum, N1 Partners has prepared a focused list of key February sports events and active promotional mechanics.

Key Sports Events in February 2026

11 February

Coppa Italia Quarter-final: Bologna vs Lazio
Olympic Ice Hockey: Slovakia vs Finland
Premier League: Manchester City vs Fulham
DFB Pokal Quarter-final: Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig
NBA: Houston Rockets vs LA Clippers
Copa Libertadores Qualification Quarter-finals (2nd legs)

12 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Czech Republic vs Canada
Premier League: Brentford vs Arsenal
NBA: Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks
EuroLeague Regular Season (Round 28)
Rugby Super League (England & France)

13 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Canada vs Switzerland
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Milwaukee Bucks
German Handball Bundesliga

14 February (Valentine’s Day Peak)

Olympic Ice Hockey: USA vs Denmark
FA Cup Round of 16
Bundesliga: Werder Bremen vs Bayern Munich
France Top 14 Rugby
Liga ASOBAL (Spain)
Liga ACB (Spain)

15 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Switzerland vs Czech Republic
Serie A: Inter vs Juventus
Serie A: Napoli vs Roma
Serie A: Lazio vs Atalanta
LaLiga: Girona vs Barcelona
LaLiga: Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad
Ligue 1: Marseille vs Strasbourg
Ligue 1: Rennes vs PSG
NBA All-Star
WTA 1000 Dubai – Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

This density of premium events creates multiple testing angles for creatives, pre-landers, and geo-targeted funnels.

Valentine’s Day Promotions Across N1 Partners Brands

To enhance conversion rates during peak emotional engagement, N1 Partners is launching seasonal campaigns across key brands.

Valentine’s Advent Calendar (N1 Bet & RollXO)

Period: 13–17 February

Five days of engagement mechanics:

13.02 – Love Box: prize up to €15,000
14.02 – Valentine’s Riddle Offer: 100% bonus up to €500 + 150 FS
15.02 – Sunday Challenge: 50% bonus on the 3rd deposit
16.02 – Road to Free Spins: 30 FS for every €350
17.02 – Fortune Lottery Series: €63,000 prize pool

Cupid Mailbox Lottery (Lucky Hunter)

Period: 9–14 February

28 winners
Grand prizes include a trip to Paris
€6,400 + 1,400 Free Spins prize pool

These mechanics integrate smoothly into sports-driven funnels and allow affiliates to increase average deposit value and session frequency.

Why This Strategy Works for Tier-1 Affiliates

Seasonal and event-driven campaigns help partners:

Increase average deposit size
Improve LTV through repeat engagement
Offset typical mid-quarter CR slowdowns
Enhance emotional appeal through contextual offers
Diversify revenue streams across sports and casino

In competitive Tier-1 markets, product-driven campaigns and structured promotions help stabilize performance and make scaling more predictable.

What Affiliates Should Do Now

February combines major football clashes, Olympic hype, NBA spotlight events, and Valentine’s promotions into one high-conversion window.

Now is the time to:

Drive sports traffic to top European leagues and Olympic matchups
Integrate Valentine’s promotions into creatives
Split-test traffic between N1 Bet, RollXO, and Lucky Hunter
Use seasonal hooks to strengthen CTR and deposit intent

The N1 Partners team provides updated promotional materials, analytics support, and personalized optimization guidance tailored to traffic volumes.

About N1 Partners

N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate platform and direct advertiser uniting 14+ casino and betting brands across Tier-1 GEOs.

Key highlights:

Reg2Dep rates up to 70%
CPA up to €700
RevShare up to 45%
14,000+ active partners
Dedicated affiliate management and long-term performance focus

More than just an affiliate program, N1 Partners delivers a performance-driven ecosystem designed to help affiliates scale sustainably in competitive markets.

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