Latin America
Futbol Sites joins forces with top industry executives to drive scale-up
Futbol Sites Network Group (FSN) has joined forces with top industry executives Jordan Gnat, Robin Chhabra and Andy Clerkson, who together have acquired a significant interest in the Group, as well as appointing Mr. Gnat to the position of Vice Chair.
These three leading stalwarts, who bring over 60 years of combined experience building brands in the sports, betting and media sectors, are committed to FSNâs expansion and reach – not only in its current North American and LatAm markets, but also broadening its footprint into new global territories. With offices and operations in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Mexico and the United States, Futbol Sites bridges the gap between brands and fans, using data, technology and a deep knowledge of the sports industry.
FSN is a digital media powerhouse, focusing on Latin America and the USA, which owns and operates 10+ sports websites. Founded in 2008 by Argentinian entrepreneurs Federico Grinberg and Nahuel Pan, FSN helps global brands and Football Federations to manage their digital and social media assets, designing and executing powerful fan-oriented strategies.
FSN attracts more than 60 million unique monthly visitors to its web assets and more than 300 million unique monthly visitors to its social media channels.
- Company Size: +100 employees
- Website: https://futbolsites.net/
- Industry: Digital Sports Media
Jordan Gnat is a Senior Business Executive with over 25 years of leadership experience and over 17 years in the global gaming and media industries. Most recently, Gnat was the Group Senior Vice President of The Stars Group, the parent company of PokerStars, FOX Bet, PokerStars Casino, Sky Betting and Gaming and Oddschecker Group Media.
Robin Chhabra is an experienced executive in the online gambling sector and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of FOX Bet, a landmark partnership between Flutter Entertainment and FOX Sports in the USA. He was previously on the Executive Committees of The Stars Group, William Hill and Inspired Gaming Group where he focused on strategy, business development and M&A and expanded the global footprint of each of these companies.
Andy Clerkson has spent three decades building brands for media, sports betting and gaming companies in the USA, UK and Europe. In 2019, he helped The Stars Group and FOX Sports set up FOX Bet, for whom he is a senior advisor. In 2007, Clerkson founded influential digital marketing agency Grand Parade, which specialized in sports betting and was acquired by William Hill in 2016. Previously, Clerkson had a media career in both London and New York culminating in running Maxim USA, which under his stewardship became the worldâs most successful menâs lifestyle magazine.
Federico Grinberg, co-founder and CEO of FSN, said: âWe started FSN 12 years ago in Argentina. This is a company that has been profitable and growing non-stop from day one. With passion, focus and perseverance we expanded operations all across LatAm and the USA. Now, we are ready to take the company to the next level by joining forces with Jordan, Robin and Andy.â
Grinberg added: âHaving these three superstars of the industry as investors, as well as Jordan joining our Board, will not only help FSN expand its network and reach, but also allow us to take the company to the next level, leveraging their shared knowledge and advice, and consolidating FSN as a global group synonymous with digital sports content.â
Jordan Gnat said: âBusinesses are premised on their people and the team at FSN are second to none. I am honoured that they have chosen me, Robin and Andy to contribute to their winning ethos. We look forward to bringing our combined sports, media and gaming experience to bear at the company. The platform that has been built is rock solid and we look forward to working with the team to maintain the strong growth in LatAm, the USA and beyond.â
The terms of the acquisition were undisclosed.
About Futbol Sites:
Futbol Sites is a digital media powerhouse in Latin America, and among US Hispanics, with offices across LatAm and in Miami, Florida. Futbol Sites has over 60+million unique monthly visitors, across 10+ owned and operated sports websites, and reaches a monthly audience of over 300+million fans via its social media channels.
CT Gaming has strengthened its presence in the LatAm market, with exciting new installations across PerĂș.
NEXT slot cabinets, paired with the popular Diamond King 3 multigame, are now featured in key gaming venues across the country, enhancing the player experience.
âWe are seeing growing interest in our products, which reinforces our commitment to developing innovative gaming solutions. These installations further solidify our position as a leading provider in the LatAm market, and we are grateful to our partners for their continued trust and support,â Geraldine Sayas, Sales Manager at CT Gaming, said.
After years of anticipation, all eyes are on Brazil, and GoldenRace, leading provider of award-winning Virtual Sports and betting solutions, is proud to lead this new era with an official certification to operate in this long-awaited, newly regulated market.
Since legislation was first approved in 2018, operators have been waiting for clear rules to unlock Brazilâs potential. Finally, on 1 January 2025, online betting regulation became a reality, opening one of the worldâs most dynamic and lucrative markets.
GoldenRaceâs certification ensures compliance with Brazilâs rigorous regulations, covering our RNG, RGS (Remote Gaming Server) and 20 top-performing online games available in schedule and instant modes.
For operators, a winning strategy lies in aligning with Brazilâs cultural heartbeat: football. In a nation where this sport is nothing short of a religion, those who tap into this passion will capture playersâ attention and loyalty.
GoldenRace brings to the market the industryâs most played Virtual Football, generating the highest ticket volumes worldwide. Now enhanced with their next-generation Virtual Football, which offers advanced features, hyper-realistic graphics and a responsive design.
Brazilian players will enjoy iconic LatAm favourites like La Libertadores and the universally loved Football Single. With so many young Brazilian talent feeding the future of European football, their certified Football League, Euro Champions, Euro League and World Cup titles are perfectly tailored to captivate this football-obsessed market.
Their offering extends far beyond football. Among the 20 certified games is Greyhound Racing, a proven hit across Latin America that consistently drives engagement and revenue.
Other highlights include thrilling combats with MMA, high-speed action in Horse Racing and Motorbike Racing and immersive number games like Keno, Keno Deluxe, Spin2Win and Penalt2Win.
And we canât forget their Crash Games: Fire Crash, Boom Ball Juggle, Meteoroid, Bank Run and Jet Escape are primed to make waves in Brazil, offering players fast-paced excitement and operators steady revenue growth.
SOFTSWISS, a leading global provider of iGaming software, announces the promotion of Dario Leiman from Regional Business Development Manager to Head of Business Development in Latin America.
SOFTSWISS has been actively focusing on building a solid foundation in Latin America since early 2024. As Regional Business Development Manager, Dario successfully established key partnerships that helped the company become a prominent player in the region. His efforts secured certifications for the SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator in Brazil and the Game Aggregator in both Brazil and Peru. These milestones underscore the companyâs commitment to meeting local regulatory requirements.
Rubens Barrichello, Non-Executive Director in Latin America at SOFTSWISS, comments: âSOFTSWISS has assembled one of the strongest teams of professionals for such a crucial market as Latin America. Darioâs promotion ensures we have the right expertise to guide our expansion here. Iâm looking forward to seeing how the region will continue to grow under his leadership.â
In his new role as Head of Business Development in Latin America, Dario will oversee the development of business strategies to enhance SOFTSWISSâ market position in the region. This includes building new and nurturing existing partnerships and implementing the latest tech innovations that meet operatorsâ and playersâ needs.
Dario Leiman, Head of Business Development in Latin America at SOFTSWISS, shares: âI am truly honoured to take on this role. Our recent certifications in Brazil and Peru have opened up incredible prospects for local and international operators. Iâll do my best to ensure that SOFTSWISS continues to deliver best-in-class solutions tailored to the unique gaming landscape of Latin America.â
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The companyâs product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 27,800 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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