Sports

Sports teams, governing bodies and associations, as well as private equity and other investors, are tackling a complicated array of challenges: heavy scrutiny surrounding the reputations of teams and players, cybercriminal targeting of consumers, the ever-changing landscape of sports gambling regulations, the complexities of cryptocurrencies in sports betting, the well-being of athletes and the rapid growth of esports. As sports organizations grow, the tasks of valuating assets, securing reliable tax guidance, maximizing M&A value and performing critical due diligence and restructuring work have never been more challenging.

Kroll is uniquely qualified to help sports industry clients stay ahead of these challenges. For decades, Kroll has partnered with the world’s largest and most prestigious sporting associations and governing bodies to provide a wide range of valuations, opinions, tax structuring, restructuring solutions, background checking and reputational due diligence services.

Our teams of multidisciplinary experts have deep relationships with major sports organizations and clubs, leading sports franchises and emerging brands. We combine Kroll’s global reach with local expertise, providing in every engagement regional experts who are familiar not only with the sporting landscape, but also with the complexities of the local political economy and the need for transparency within the business sector.

Resolver’s investigation revealed a steady stream of harmful content targeting players throughout the World Cup, highlighting the continuing risks to player well-being and mental health posed by the spread of online abuse.

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