The Business of Football Clubs: Ownership, Revenue Models And Commercialization

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Guest – Senzo Mbatha, CEO of Menza Group International.

Football may be the beautiful game, but behind the goals and the glory lies serious business. We explore the different club ownership models shaping the sport here in South Africa and across the African continent. How do these structures affect the financial health of clubs, their competitiveness on the pitch, and their ability to attract investors?

To help us unpack this, we’re joined by Senzo Mbatha, former CEO of Orlando Pirates and Young Africans of Tanzania, a man who has lived and led on both sides of Africa’s football divide
19 Aug 2025 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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