Manchester United Selects Tezos as Official Blockchain and Training Kit Partner
February 10 2022 - 7:00AM
Business Wire
Manchester United (NYSE: MANU; the “Company,” the “Club,” and
the “Group”) has today announced a landmark multi-year partnership
which will see Tezos, one of the world’s most advanced and
sustainable blockchains, featured on the Club’s range of men’s and
women’s training kits.
Tezos-branded training kit will be worn by the first team squad
for the first time prior to this weekend’s match against
Southampton, introducing Manchester United fans to the partnership
and Web3 technology through the Tezos blockchain.
Tezos is at the forefront of the global blockchain revolution
which allows for fast, secure and efficient digital interactions
without the need for intermediaries.
An original proof-of-stake blockchain, Tezos was built with an
energy-efficient design that allows it to operate in a cleaner and
more environmentally friendly way than other blockchains.
Tezos is also different to other blockchains in that it can
seamlessly evolve, with regular updates designed and approved by
its global community of users and developers.
Victoria Timpson, Manchester United’s CEO of Alliances and
Partnerships, said: “This is a hugely exciting partnership for
Manchester United because it aligns us with one of the most
advanced, reliable and sustainable blockchains in an area of
technology which promises to truly revolutionise the way that
everyone, including the Club and our fans, can interact.
“We are especially pleased to be partnering with one of the most
eco-friendly blockchains, using technology that is
energy-efficient, limits carbon emissions and lowers costs,
consistent with the Club’s wider efforts to promote environmental
sustainability.
“Partnerships are at the core of our strength as a club,
supporting the drive for success on the pitch, and we are delighted
to welcome Tezos as the latest industry leader to join our family
of partners.”
Edward Adlard, Head of Adoption and Business Development, Tezos
Ecosystem said: “Throughout its history, Manchester United has
constantly evolved, with the support of its huge and diverse global
community of fans and partners. Tezos will enable Manchester United
to use blockchain and Web3 to transform fan, player, team, and
partner engagement.
“The decision by the world’s greatest football club to select
Tezos as its blockchain of choice is further validation that
thoughtful design paired with strong security, low gas fees, and
community-led innovation are the essential factors driving the next
wave of adoption in the new digital revolution.”
In addition to the Tezos branding on the Club’s training kit,
the partnership will also include several new fan experiences built
on the Tezos blockchain and a pledge to support Manchester United
Foundation with ongoing donations in tez, the native currency of
the Tezos blockchain, to train, educate and inspire young people
within the local community.
For more information on the partnership and to learn more about
blockchains click here www.manutd.com/en/Partners/Global/Tezos or
www.tezos.com/manutd
About Manchester United
Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful
sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular
spectator sports on Earth. Through our 144-year heritage we have
won 66 trophies, enabling us to develop the world’s leading sports
brand and a global community of 1.1 billion fans and followers. Our
large, passionate community provides Manchester United with a
worldwide platform to generate significant revenue from multiple
sources, including sponsorship, merchandising, product licensing,
new media & mobile, broadcasting and match day.
About TEZOS
Tezos is smart money, redefining what it means to hold and
exchange value in a digitally connected world. A self-upgradable
and energy-efficient Proof of Stake blockchain with a proven track
record, Tezos seamlessly adopts tomorrow's innovations without
network disruptions today. For more information, please visit
www.tezos.com.
About TEZOS FOUNDATION
The Tezos Foundation is a Swiss non-profit foundation that
supports the development and long-term success of the Tezos
protocol, an energy efficient blockchain with the ability to evolve
by upgrading itself. For more information, please visit
www.tezos.foundation.
About Manchester United Foundation
Manchester United Foundation uses football to engage and inspire
young people to build a better life for themselves and unite the
communities in which they live. Dedicated staff deliver football
coaching, educational programmes and personal development,
providing young people with opportunities to change their lives for
the better. Find out more: www.mufoundation.org
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