K-Sport Acquires SPT to Expand AI Soccer Analytics
K-Sport has acquired a 67% stake in Australia's SPT to strengthen its global presence in AI-driven soccer analytics, announced in a press release. This strategic move combines SPT's established market presence in Australia and the U.S. with K-Sport's advanced technology, recognized globally, particularly in professional soccer.
The acquisition will allow SPT to integrate K-Sport's technology into its offerings, expanding its product lineup and enhancing the value delivered to key markets. K-Sport will gain access to SPT's extensive client base, which includes over 500 customers in the United States and more than 650 across the Asia-Pacific region.
This acquisition is part of K-Sport's broader international growth plan, aiming to solidify its position as a global leader in sports performance technology. The combined enterprise value of the two companies now exceeds €50 million, placing the K-Sport group among the top five companies in the sector worldwide.
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