Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) Increases Stake in Italian Serie B Football Club Juve Stabia, “The Second Team of Naples,” to 35% With Second Closing of Acquisition Agreement
Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) has increased its ownership stake in Italian Serie B football club SS Juve Stabia from 21.74% to 34.62% through a second closing of its acquisition agreement. This follows the initial closing on December 31, 2024, as part of Brera's plan to acquire a 52% stake in the club, known as 'The Second Team of Naples,' from XX Settembre, the holding company of Club President Andrea Langella.
The transaction, which remains subject to regulatory approval, aligns with Brera Holdings' strategy to expand its global portfolio of sports clubs through a multi-club ownership (MCO) approach. The company aims to strengthen its position in the Italian football landscape while supporting Juve Stabia's growth and success in Serie B.
Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) ha aumentato la sua partecipazione nella squadra di calcio di Serie B italiana SS Juve Stabia dal 21,74% al 34,62% attraverso una seconda chiusura del suo accordo di acquisizione. Questo segue la chiusura iniziale del 31 dicembre 2024, nell'ambito del piano di Brera per acquisire una quota del 52% nella squadra, conosciuta come 'La Seconda Squadra di Napoli', da XX Settembre, la società di holding del Presidente del Club Andrea Langella.
La transazione, che rimane soggetta ad approvazione normativa, si allinea con la strategia di Brera Holdings di espandere il proprio portafoglio globale di club sportivi attraverso un approccio di proprietà multi-club (MCO). L'azienda punta a rafforzare la propria posizione nel panorama calcistico italiano mentre supporta la crescita e il successo della Juve Stabia in Serie B.
Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) ha aumentado su participación en el club de fútbol italiano de la Serie B SS Juve Stabia del 21,74% al 34,62% a través de un segundo cierre de su acuerdo de adquisición. Esto sigue al cierre inicial del 31 de diciembre de 2024, como parte del plan de Brera para adquirir una participación del 52% en el club, conocido como 'El Segundo Equipo de Nápoles', de XX Settembre, la empresa matriz del Presidente del Club Andrea Langella.
La transacción, que todavía está sujeta a la aprobación regulatoria, se alinea con la estrategia de Brera Holdings de expandir su cartera global de clubes deportivos a través de un enfoque de propiedad multi-club (MCO). La empresa tiene como objetivo fortalecer su posición en el panorama del fútbol italiano apoyando el crecimiento y éxito de la Juve Stabia en la Serie B.
브레라 홀딩스 PLC(NASDAQ: BREA)는 이탈리아 세리에 B 축구 클럽 SS 유베 스타비아의 소유 지분을 21.74%에서 34.62%로 증가시켰습니다. 이는 두 번째 인수 계약 종료를 통해 이루어진 것입니다. 이는 2024년 12월 31일에 이루어진 초기 종료에 이어 브레라가 클럽에 대한 52%의 지분을 인수하기 위한 계획의 일환입니다. 이 클럽은 '나폴리의 두 번째 팀'이라는 이름으로 알려져 있습니다. 클럽회장인 안드레아 랑겔라가 이끄는 XX 세템브레의 소속입니다.
이번 거래는 규제 승인을 받아야 하며, 브레라 홀딩스의 다중 소유 클럽(MCO) 접근 방식을 통해 글로벌 스포츠 클럽 포트폴리오를 확장하려는 전략과 일치합니다. 회사는 이탈리아 축구 환경에서의 입지를 강화하는 동시에 유베 스타비아의 성장과 세리에 B에서의 성공을 지원하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) a augmenté sa participation dans le club de football italien de la Serie B SS Juve Stabia de 21,74 % à 34,62 % grâce à une deuxième clôture de son accord d'acquisition. Cela fait suite à la clôture initiale du 31 décembre 2024, dans le cadre du plan de Brera pour acquérir une participation de 52 % dans le club, connu comme 'La Deuxième Équipe de Naples', de XX Settembre, la société mère du Président du Club Andrea Langella.
La transaction, qui reste soumise à l'approbation réglementaire, s'aligne avec la stratégie de Brera Holdings d'élargir son portefeuille mondial de clubs sportifs grâce à une approche de propriété multi-clubs (MCO). L'entreprise vise à renforcer sa position dans le paysage du football italien tout en soutenant la croissance et le succès de Juve Stabia en Serie B.
Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA) hat seinen Eigentumsanteil am italienischen Serie B-Fußballclub SS Juve Stabia von 21,74% auf 34,62% erhöht, durch einen zweiten Abschluss seiner Übernahmevereinbarung. Dies folgt auf den ersten Abschluss am 31. Dezember 2024, im Rahmen von Breras Plan, einen 52%igen Anteil an dem Club zu erwerben, bekannt als 'Die Zweite Mannschaft von Neapel', von XX Settembre, dem Holdingunternehmen des Clubpräsidenten Andrea Langella.
Die Transaktion, die noch der Genehmigung durch die Aufsichtsbehörden bedarf, paßt zu der Strategie von Brera Holdings, sein globales Portfolio von Sportclubs durch ein Multi-Club-Eigentum (MCO)-Ansatz zu erweitern. Das Unternehmen zielt darauf ab, seine Position im italienischen Fußballszenario zu stärken und gleichzeitig das Wachstum und den Erfolg von Juve Stabia in der Serie B zu unterstützen.
- Increased ownership stake in Juve Stabia from 21.74% to 34.62%
- On track to acquire majority control (52%) of an established Serie B club
- Strategic expansion in Italian football market
- Transaction still requires regulatory approval
- Full acquisition not yet completed
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The increased stake in Juve Stabia represents a strategic expansion of Brera Holdings' multi-club ownership model, but several key considerations warrant attention. The step-up from 21.74% to 34.62% ownership enhances Brera's influence in the club's operations while maintaining local management continuity through President Langella's continued involvement.
Serie B clubs typically generate revenue through multiple streams including broadcasting rights, matchday income and player trading. The strategic value lies in Juve Stabia's location in the Naples metropolitan area, which offers significant market potential and talent development opportunities. However, the deal's financial impact remains by Serie B's smaller revenue base compared to Serie A and the pending regulatory approval adds an element of execution risk.
From an investment perspective, the incremental approach to reaching the targeted 52% stake suggests a measured risk management strategy, allowing Brera to gradually integrate the asset while preservaging capital. The MCO model, when properly executed, can create synergies in scouting, player development and commercial operations, though realizing these benefits requires significant operational expertise and investment.
While this transaction advances Brera Holdings' growth strategy, its immediate financial impact appears given Juve Stabia's position in Italy's second tier and Brera's modest market cap of
The MCO model has shown mixed results in European football, with success heavily dependent on operational execution and market conditions. For a small-cap company like Brera, the key challenge lies in generating sufficient returns to justify the capital allocation while managing the operational complexities of cross-border sports management. The regulatory approval requirement adds a layer of uncertainty that investors should monitor.
Juve Stabia Club President Andrea Langella (third from left), Juve Stabia representatives, and Brera Holdings PLC Executive Chairman Daniel McClory (second from right)
Dublin, Ireland, and Milan, Italy, Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC ("Brera Holdings," the “Company,” or “Brera”) (Nasdaq: BREA), an Ireland-based, Nasdaq-listed, international holding company focused on expanding its global portfolio of men's and women's sports clubs through a multi-club ownership ("MCO") approach, today announced the second closing under its agreement to acquire a 52 percent stake in Italian Serie B football club SS Juve Stabia srl, known as “The Second Team of Naples,” ("Juve Stabia" or the “Club") from existing majority owner XX Settembre, the holding company of Club President Andrea Langella.
With the second closing, Brera Holdings has increased its ownership stake from
“This expanded ownership stake demonstrates our commitment to building a leading multi-club ownership platform,” said Daniel McClory, Executive Chairman of Brera Holdings. “Juve Stabia’s rich history and competitive potential align perfectly with our strategy to scale operations and drive long-term value. We’re excited to support the club’s continued growth and success in Serie B alongside President Andrea Langella.”
ABOUT BRERA HOLDINGS PLC
Brera Holdings PLC (Nasdaq: BREA) is dedicated to expanding its social impact football business by developing a global portfolio of emerging football and sports clubs. Building on the legacy of Brera FC, which it acquired in 2022, the Company aims to create opportunities for tournament prizes, sponsorships, and professional consulting services. Brera FC, recognized as "The Third Team of Milan," has been crafting an alternative football legacy since its founding in 2000. The club also organizes the FENIX Trophy, a nonprofessional pan-European tournament acknowledged by UEFA. This tournament, which has been referred to as "the Champions League for Amateurs" by BBC Sport, has garnered significant media coverage, including from ESPN.
In its efforts to broaden its reach, Brera expanded into Africa in March 2023 by establishing Brera Tchumene FC in Mozambique, which quickly rose to the First Division after winning its post-season tournament. In April 2023, the Company acquired a
On December 31, 2024 Brera signed an agreement to acquire majority ownership of SS Juve Stabia srl, an Italian Serie B football club known as “The Second Team of Naples,” which will be conducted in a multi-step process, and marks a significant expansion of the Company’s MCO model. With a strategic emphasis on bottom-up value creation, innovation-driven growth, and socially impactful outcomes, Brera Holdings has established itself as a forward-thinking leader in the global sports industry. For more information, visit www.breraholdings.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include statements regarding the Company's ability to grow its business and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words "intends," "may," "will," "plans," "expects," "anticipates," "projects," "predicts," "estimates," "aims," "believes," "hopes," "potential" or similar words. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including without limitation, the Company's ability to continue as a going concern, the popularity and/or competitive success of the Company's acquired football and other sports teams, the Company's ability to attract players and staff for acquired clubs, unsuccessful acquisitions or other strategic transactions, the possibility of a decline in the popularity of football or other sports, the Company's ability to expand its fanbase, sponsors and commercial partners, general economic conditions, and other risk factors detailed in the Company's filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update such forward-looking statements except in accordance with applicable law.
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Email: dan@breraholdings.com
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