WSA News & Insights

Catch up on the latest from World Sports Advertising — from global campaign launches and partnership news to expert takes on the evolving world of sports marketing.

Whether it’s brand activations, sponsorship trends, or behind-the-scenes updates, this is where sport and strategy meet.

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Football

Europe’s Sporting Ambitions Find a New Home in the East

by Anisha Lyall

09 October 2025, 5 min read

European clubs and leagues are turning east as Asia and the Middle East emerge as the fastest-growing markets for sport. From football academies to Formula 1 and golf, this eastward shift is redefining global partnerships, fan engagement and investment.

Europe’s Sporting Ambitions Find a New Home in the East

Basketball

NBA Takes Over UAE Billboards Ahead of Abu Dhabi's 2025 Games

by James Whitmore

08 October 2025, 6 min read

Abu Dhabi welcomes NBA preseason action between the Knicks and 76ers this October. The city’s skyline is alive with OOH billboards, brand activations and sports partnerships that mark the UAE’s global rise in sports advertising.

NBA Takes Over UAE Billboards Ahead of Abu Dhabi's 2025 Games

Motorsport

Jack Daniels x McLaren and the Record Breaking McLaren F1 Brand Valuation

by Chloe Barrett

30 September 2025, 4 min read

Jack Daniels and McLaren showcase the power of sports partnerships. With McLaren’s $5bn valuation and global fan reach, this collaboration highlights why sports advertising is a winning formula for ambitious brands.

Jack Daniels x McLaren and the Record Breaking McLaren F1 Brand Valuation

Informational

Crypto Advertising In Sports Skyrockets And Future Outlook

by James Whitmore

30 September 2025, 5 min read

Crypto advertising in sport has surged 20 percent to $565m. With campaigns from Floki, Apu and others, blockchain brands are reshaping sports partnerships, engaging fans worldwide, and creating new opportunities across football, F1, cricket and more.

Crypto Advertising In Sports Skyrockets And Future Outlook

Olympics

Starbucks Joins LA28’s Top Tier Set

by Chloe Barrett

22 September 2025, 3 min read

Starbucks has signed on as the fourth founding partner of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Discover the sponsorship value, brand activations, and how the LA28 Games create global sports advertising opportunities.

Starbucks Joins LA28’s Top Tier Set

Football

Champions League 2025 Advertising Stats and Sponsorship Outlook

by Sophie Langford

22 September 2025, 4 min read

Champions League 2025 is a global showcase for football and brand visibility. Discover advertising opportunities, sponsorship tiers, key stats and why sports partnerships in football are stronger than ever.

Champions League 2025 Advertising Stats and Sponsorship Outlook
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