The Bundesliga powerhouse, Borussia Dortmund (BVB) have announced a multi-year partnership with the online gaming operator, StarGames.
The deal has elevated StarGames to the status of a premium partner for the club.
As part of the collaboration, the StarGames logo will be prominently displayed at Signal Iduna Park during Bundesliga home matches, on stadium screens, and across the club’s digital platforms. The company also became the presenter of Dortmund’s “Facts about the Game” segment on social media.
Commenting on the partnership, Carsten Cramer, Managing Director of Borussia Dortmund, said, “We are delighted to welcome StarGames as a new premium partner to BVB from next season. StarGames is a strong, innovative representative of its industry and is valued by its customers for its reliable dealings.”
László Pados, Brand Manager, StarGames, added, “We are honoured to have Borussia Dortmund, an institution of top-class football with global appeal, as a partner. BVB stands for pure love of the game, tradition, team spirit and fair play – values that are also the cornerstones of our corporate philosophy. We and the entire Greentube Group are proud to be the first German online gaming arcade with a focus on secure slot machine entertainment to be able to announce such an extensive partnership with one of Germany’s top clubs. We look forward to working together.”
Gerald Hattenberger, Director of Marketing Operations RMG, Greentube, added, “Borussia Dortmund’s success is based on a clear, straightforward vision, unconditional commitment and strong involvement of its own fans. This creates an energy that makes great things possible, as the recent performances in the Champions League have impressively demonstrated. We are all the more inspired and excited to now be part of the BVB family and to implement joint projects out of conviction.”
The partnership is set to commence during the 2024-25 Bundesliga season and is expected to bolster StarGames’ brand recognition while further solidifying Borussia Dortmund’s commercial standing.
StarGames is an online gaming platform primarily known for slot machines and casino games. It offers a variety of games, from classic slots to modern video slots, catering to different player preferences. The platform emphasizes fair play and security, providing a safe environment for players to enjoy their gaming experience.
Borussia Dortmund face Villarreal CF in a friendly tonight at 10:00 PM IST, followed by another friendly against Aston Villa on August 10. The DFB-Pokal kicks off on August 17, with Dortmund taking on 1. FC Phönix Lübeck. The Bundesliga season starts on August 24 with a home match against Eintracht Frankfurt, and then they face SV Werder Bremen on August 31.