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GiveMeSport
Legal namestring
Valnet Inc.
Websiteurl
http://givemesport.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2011
Descriptiontext

GiveMeSport is a multi-channel digital sports publication that delivers news, analysis, opinion, video, and transfer coverage across football (Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, MLS), boxing, MMA/UFC, WWE, NBA, NFL, Formula 1, and tennis. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montréal, Canada, the brand operates as a subsidiary of Valnet Inc. within the Valnet Publishing Group, a diversified digital media conglomerate. Its core product is a free, ad-supported website (givemesport.com) accessible globally without registration, complemented by an email newsletter, a Shorts video vertical, a dedicated transfer-news hub, a Market Madness podcast, and an Inside Stories long-form feature section. Editorial output is anchored by high-profile transfer insiders Fabrizio Romano and Ben Jacobs, whose exclusive contributions form a central part of the brand's content differentiation.

The business model is display advertising — banner ads and direct campaigns — making GiveMeSport a classic ad-supported digital publisher. Content distribution is diversified across eight social platforms (Facebook, X, WhatsApp, Threads, LinkedIn, Reddit, Flipboard) plus SEO and email, indicating a deliberate multi-channel audience acquisition strategy. The company has raised approximately $5.3M across three disclosed funding rounds between 2012 and 2016, with IMG Worldwide leading two rounds and QVentures participating in the third. Headcount is reported in the 11–50 range, consistent with an asset-light editorial operation leveraging shared corporate infrastructure from its Valnet parent.

The company serves general sports fans globally — primarily in the UK, USA, and Canada — who want centralized access to results, video, transfer rumors, and expert analysis. No subscription, paywall, or B2B revenue streams are present, leaving the business fully exposed to display advertising market dynamics and CPM cycles. Strategic emphasis in 2026 appears to be on video and audio format expansion (Shorts and podcast) and social platform diversification, while the long gap since the last disclosed funding round (2016) raises questions about capital strategy and scale trajectory that the available data does not resolve.

Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
11–50
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersMontréal, Canada
HQ citystring
Montréal
HQ countrystring
Canada
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
sports news platform, digital sports media, transfer news coverage, sports video content, match results tracking
Industry1 code
1B2B Sports Digital Syndication & White-Label Streaming Services
CodeMPAKAOAJPrimaryYes
NAICS code3 codes
  • Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers51621
  • Sports Teams and Clubs711211
  • Broadcasting and Content Providers516
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Advertising Agencies7311
  • Services-Amusement & Recreation Services7900
Product category
Digital Sports Media
Revenue model1 record
1Display Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

Revenue generated through display advertising on the website, including banner ads and direct campaigns. The site features advertising section with display advertising and direct campaigns.

givemesport.com
Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels1 record

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeDigital Commerce or Conte…
Digital Commerce or Content
Core offering1 text field

GiveMeSport is a free digital sports news publication that delivers news articles, results, analysis, video content, and podcasts covering football (Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, MLS), MMA, boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, tennis, WWE, and other major sports. The platform monetizes primarily through display advertising on its website and associated digital properties.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

GiveMeSport is a comprehensive digital sports news and media platform covering football (Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League, MLS), MMA, Boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, Tennis, and WWE. The platform operates as a content aggregation and original journalism outlet featuring transfer news, match results, video shorts, exclusive interviews, and analytical content. Key offerings include the core news platform, Shorts video content, transfer news coverage, match results/standings, the Market Madness podcast, and newsletter subscriptions. GiveMeSport is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.

Product and service4 records
1GiveMeSport Sports News Platform
CategoryCore Platform
Description

A digital sports news website and platform providing comprehensive coverage of football (Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League, MLS), MMA, boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, tennis, WWE, and other major sports with results, analysis, transfer news, and match coverage aimed at general sports fans.

2GiveMeSport Shorts
CategoryVideo Content
Description

Short-form video content covering transfer news, match highlights, and sports updates in a brief video format for sports fans consuming content on social and mobile platforms.

3Market Madness Podcast
CategoryPodcast
Description

A football transfer news podcast featuring insights from journalists Fabrizio Romano and Ben Jacobs, providing transfer market analysis and updates for football fans.

4GiveMeSport Newsletter
CategoryNewsletter Subscription
Description

Email newsletter subscription service providing curated sports news, transfer rumors, and updates to subscribers as a direct engagement channel.

Partnership1 partner
1Valnet Publishing Group (Valnet Inc.)
Strategic tierCoreTypeOthers
Description

GiveMeSport is part of the Valnet Publishing Group, a digital media company that operates multiple sports and entertainment websites. Valnet Inc. is the parent company providing operational infrastructure, advertising, and corporate support.

Recent move5 records

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Expansion highlight5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Ideal customer profile1 record

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

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Number of profiles
Profiles1 record

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds3 records

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors2 records

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

GiveMeSport

Digital Sports Mediagivemesport.com

What GiveMeSport does

GiveMeSport is a multi-channel digital sports publication that delivers news, analysis, opinion, video, and transfer coverage across football (Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, MLS), boxing, MMA/UFC, WWE, NBA, NFL, Formula 1, and tennis. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montréal, Canada, the brand operates as a subsidiary of Valnet Inc. within the Valnet Publishing Group, a diversified digital media conglomerate. Its core product is a free, ad-supported website (givemesport.com) accessible globally without registration, complemented by an email newsletter, a Shorts video vertical, a dedicated transfer-news hub, a Market Madness podcast, and an Inside Stories long-form feature section. Editorial output is anchored by high-profile transfer insiders Fabrizio Romano and Ben Jacobs, whose exclusive contributions form a central part of the brand's content differentiation.

The business model is display advertising — banner ads and direct campaigns — making GiveMeSport a classic ad-supported digital publisher. Content distribution is diversified across eight social platforms (Facebook, X, WhatsApp, Threads, LinkedIn, Reddit, Flipboard) plus SEO and email, indicating a deliberate multi-channel audience acquisition strategy. The company has raised approximately $5.3M across three disclosed funding rounds between 2012 and 2016, with IMG Worldwide leading two rounds and QVentures participating in the third. Headcount is reported in the 11–50 range, consistent with an asset-light editorial operation leveraging shared corporate infrastructure from its Valnet parent.

The company serves general sports fans globally — primarily in the UK, USA, and Canada — who want centralized access to results, video, transfer rumors, and expert analysis. No subscription, paywall, or B2B revenue streams are present, leaving the business fully exposed to display advertising market dynamics and CPM cycles. Strategic emphasis in 2026 appears to be on video and audio format expansion (Shorts and podcast) and social platform diversification, while the long gap since the last disclosed funding round (2016) raises questions about capital strategy and scale trajectory that the available data does not resolve.

GiveMeSport firmographics

Firmographics
Name
GiveMeSport
Legal name
Valnet Inc.
Website
http://givemesport.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2011
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

GiveMeSport industry classification

Industry
Product category
Digital Sports Media
NAICS
Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (51621), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)
SIC
Services-Advertising Agencies (7311), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)
akta.pro primary industry
B2B Sports Digital Syndication & White-Label Streaming Services (MPAKAOAJ)

Keywords

  • Sports news platform
  • Digital sports media
  • Transfer news coverage
  • Sports video content
  • Match results tracking

Where GiveMeSport is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Montréal
HQ country
Canada
HQ region
North America

Markets served

GiveMeSport business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Digital Commerce or Content
Cost components
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Display Advertising: Revenue generated through display advertising on the website, including banner ads and direct campaigns. The site features advertising section with display advertising and direct campaigns.

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

GiveMeSport product offering

Product offering

Core offering

GiveMeSport is a free digital sports news publication that delivers news articles, results, analysis, video content, and podcasts covering football (Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, MLS), MMA, boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, tennis, WWE, and other major sports. The platform monetizes primarily through display advertising on its website and associated digital properties.

Product overview

GiveMeSport is a comprehensive digital sports news and media platform covering football (Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League, MLS), MMA, Boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, Tennis, and WWE. The platform operates as a content aggregation and original journalism outlet featuring transfer news, match results, video shorts, exclusive interviews, and analytical content. Key offerings include the core news platform, Shorts video content, transfer news coverage, match results/standings, the Market Madness podcast, and newsletter subscriptions. GiveMeSport is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • GiveMeSport Sports News Platform A digital sports news website and platform providing comprehensive coverage of football (Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League, MLS), MMA, boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, tennis, WWE, and other major sports with results, analysis, transfer news, and match coverage aimed at general sports fans.
  • GiveMeSport Shorts Short-form video content covering transfer news, match highlights, and sports updates in a brief video format for sports fans consuming content on social and mobile platforms.
  • Market Madness Podcast A football transfer news podcast featuring insights from journalists Fabrizio Romano and Ben Jacobs, providing transfer market analysis and updates for football fans.
  • GiveMeSport Newsletter Email newsletter subscription service providing curated sports news, transfer rumors, and updates to subscribers as a direct engagement channel.

Companies that use GiveMeSport

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

GiveMeSport technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

GiveMeSport partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Valnet Publishing Group (Valnet Inc.)coreOthersGiveMeSport is part of the Valnet Publishing Group, a digital media company that operates multiple sports and entertainment websites. Valnet Inc. is the parent company providing operational infrastructure, advertising, and corporate support.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

GiveMeSport competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

GiveMeSport social profiles

Digital presence

GiveMeSport financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

GiveMeSport leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

GiveMeSport funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

GiveMeSport M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about GiveMeSport

What does GiveMeSport do?

GiveMeSport is a free digital sports news publication that delivers news articles, results, analysis, video content, and podcasts covering football (Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, MLS), MMA, boxing, Formula 1, NBA, NFL, tennis, WWE, and other major sports. The platform monetizes primarily through display advertising on its website and associated digital properties.

Is GiveMeSport a public or private company?

GiveMeSport is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.

When was GiveMeSport founded?

GiveMeSport was founded in 2011. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is GiveMeSport based?

GiveMeSport is headquartered in Montréal, Canada, in the North America region.

How does GiveMeSport make money?

One revenue line is on record: display Advertising.

Does GiveMeSport have an API?

No public API is recorded for GiveMeSport.

What industry is GiveMeSport in?

GiveMeSport's product category is Digital Sports Media. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAKAOAJ, B2B Sports Digital Syndication & White-Label Streaming Services. Its NAICS code is 51621 and its SIC code is 7311.

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GlobeNewswireGiveMeSport receives New Jersey affiliate approvalGiveMeSport received a vendor licence from New Jersey's Division of Gaming Enforcement, enabling it to run affiliate traffic for New Jersey-licensed operators. The licence supports several deals to go live over the next few months, as the state's online gambling market reached $500m in 2019. Bragg Gaming Group will continue its US expansion.GlobeNewswireBragg Gaming’s Benny Bonsu Presented with Award for Leadership in Global SportsBenny Bonsu, GiveMeSport Head of Women's Sport, received the Leaders Under 40 Award at a London ceremony on October 9, 2019. The award recognizes achievement in global sport, and Bonsu's contributions to youth development were highlighted. She previously worked for BBC, Sky Sports, and other outlets.GlobeNewswireBragg Gaming’s GiveMeSport Launches Redesigned Web PlatformBragg Gaming's GiveMeSport launched a redesigned web platform, citing a complete overhaul of its editorial strategy. Monthly unique users rose from 29 million in January 2019 to over 95 million in July 2019, a 221% increase, with Facebook video views up 168% year to date.GlobeNewswireBragg Gaming’s GiveMeSport Reaches 25 Million Facebook FollowersBragg Gaming's GiveMeSport surpassed 25 million Facebook followers, reinforcing its position as the top sports publisher on the platform. The site reached 65.7 million unique users in Q1 2019, with video views up 52% and interactions up 123% year to date. A re-launch is planned for August.PR NewswireAward-winning Journalist Benny Bonsu to Lead GiveMeSport's New Women's Sport DivisionGiveMeSport, a division of Bragg Gaming, has appointed award-winning journalist Benny Bonsu as Head of Women's Sport to build GiveMeSport Women, a new global editorial brand dedicated to women's sport coverage. The appointment is part of GMS's broader restructuring, which has yielded a 23% increase in Facebook uniques and 124% jump in video views year-to-date. Bonsu aims to address the coverage disparity where 40% of athletes are women but only 7% of sports coverage is dedicated to them.PR NewswireA Billion Dollar Opportunity in the Online Gaming MarketThe May 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down the federal ban on sports betting opened a potential multi-billion dollar market for legal online gambling across most states. Bragg Gaming Group is positioning itself to capitalize on this opportunity through its 2018 acquisition of Oryx Gaming, a B2B gaming solution provider offering over 5,000 game titles across multiple regulated jurisdictions, and GiveMeSport, a sports media asset with 26 million Facebook followers. The article is a paid promotional piece presenting Bragg as an investment opportunity, with the company planning to launch its GiveMeBet gambling platform leveraging its media audience and gaming infrastructure.GlobeNewswireBreaking Data Reports 111% Increase in GIVEMESPORT Advertising Revenues for Fiscal Q3GIVEMESPORT's fiscal Q3 net advertising revenue rose 111% to £1,901,558, compared to £901,180 in the same period last year. The company reports six successive quarters of growth and is diversifying revenue with premium branded content and software licensing.GlobeNewswireGIVEMESPORT Launches Breakthrough Artificial Intelligence-Powered Sports News AppBreaking Data Corp. launched the GIVEMESPORT Android app on Google Play, powered by AI, NLP, and machine learning. The app offers personalized sports news, scores, videos, and live updates, with offline reading and lean battery performance. GIVEMESPORT's Facebook page has over 26.28 million fans.GlobeNewswireGIVEMESPORT Signs Exclusive Free-to-Air Deal to Livestream the 10th Mubadala World Tennis Championship to More Than 130 Countries on FacebookGIVEMESPORT secured exclusive free-to-air rights to broadcast the 10th Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi to over 130 countries on Facebook. The three-day event features Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, and Stan Wawrinka, with Serena Williams returning to play. The deal targets GIVEMESPORT's 26.2 million Facebook fans.PR NewswireGIVEMESPORT Live PGA of America Championship Coverage Tops 1.2 Million+ Unique UK and Ireland ViewersBreaking Data Corp's subsidiary GIVEMESPORT live-streamed the PGA Championship on Facebook Live for the first time, reaching over 1.2 million unique viewers and delivering 1.34 million video streams in the UK and Ireland. The broadcast attracted a significantly younger audience, with nearly 46% of viewers aged 18-34, compared to the traditional US TV average PGA viewer age of 64. GIVEMESPORT's Chief Commercial Officer highlighted the platform's potential to bring major sports content to a younger demographic and announced a partnership with McLaren for eSports content.