Esports Entertainment Group Completes Acquisition of EGL
Esports Entertainment Group (GMBL, GMBLW) announced the successful acquisition of Esports Gaming League (EGL). This strategic move enhances Esports Entertainment's operational capacity and supports its three-pillar strategy: esports entertainment, wagering, and iGaming. EGL, with over 350K registered gamers, provides live and online tournament services for renowned sports franchises. CEOs Grant Johnson and Glen Elliott emphasize the potential for revenue growth and expansion of client offerings post-acquisition.
- Acquisition of EGL strengthens operational capabilities.
- Access to a client roster including major sports franchises.
- Potential for near-term revenue growth and long-term shareholder value.
- None.
NEWARK, N.J., Jan. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (NasdaqCM: GMBL, GMBLW) (or the “Company”), an esports entertainment and online gambling operator, today announced the closing of its Esports Gaming League (“EGL”) acquisition.
"EGL is a great addition to our growing operations and further strengthens our ability to execute on our three-pillar strategy,” commented Grant Johnson, CEO of Esports Entertainment Group. “EGL technology underpins the esports programs for some of the world’s best-known sports franchises, including the LA Kings, Philadelphia Eagles, and Arsenal Football Club. We plan to build on this strong foundation moving forward, driving near-term revenue growth and long-term shareholder value improvement.”
“As part of the Esports Entertainment Group family, we now have the opportunity to push our technology and resources to further grow our client roster,” added Glen Elliott, CEO of EGL. “We have been impressed with Grant’s leadership and vision and are excited to become an integral part of Esports Entertainment Group’s drive to become the industry leader.”
EGL is a B2B-centric provider of live and online events and tournaments where gamers can compete and enjoy a wide range of content relating to esports and video games on a proprietary technology platform with over 350K registered gamers. Services include full turnkey esports events, live broadcast production, game launches, and online branded tournaments.
About Esports Entertainment Group
Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. is an esports and online gambling company. The Company operates a number of entities across three key pillars: 1) esports entertainment and infrastructure, 2) esports wagering, 3) iGaming. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.
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