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Onefootball GmbH
Onefootball GmbH is a soccer media platform founded by Lucas von Cranach in Berlin, serving over 100M users globally.
Onefootball GmbH
Lucas von Cranach launched Onefootball in Berlin in 2008 as a simple soccer news aggregator. The company grew through organic adoption and venture funding, reaching over 100 million users by 2025 (per public statements). It remains privately held. Onefootball monetizes through advertising, subscription services (Onefootball Plus), and data licensing to media rights holders. It operates across mobile apps, web, and connected TV in over 200 countries. Key investors include DAZN Group and Mubadala Capital, who led a Series D round in 2021 (per TechCrunch, 2021). The company employs roughly 500 people, with its largest engineering hub in Berlin. In 2023 it launched a direct-to-consumer streaming service for live soccer matches, partnering with rights holders such as the Italian Serie A (per SportBusiness, 2023). Its relationship with DAZN has driven operational integration. Onefootball is structured as a GmbH under German law — a limited liability company — with no single-family-office structure. Its valuation and financial performance are not publicly disclosed. The firm's distinct role as a media platform in the soccer ecosystem differentiates it from traditional investment vehicles.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
2008
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Germany
City
Berlin
Corporate office
Berlin, Germany
Additional offices
New York, United States
Principals
Lucas von Cranach
CEO & Founder
Patrick Fischer
CFO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Is Onefootball a family office or an investment firm?
No. Onefootball GmbH is a privately held media and technology company operating the Onefootball soccer platform. It does not function as a family office, asset manager, or investment vehicle. Its capital structure includes venture funding from investors like DAZN Group and Mubadala Capital.
How does Onefootball generate revenue?
Through advertising on its free tier, subscriptions to its premium service Onefootball Plus, and data licensing to rights holders. In 2023 it added direct-to-consumer live match streaming, charging for access to specific league content (per SportBusiness, 2023).
Who are Onefootball's major investors?
The company raised a Series D round in 2021 led by DAZN Group and Mubadala Capital, with participation from existing investors. Earlier rounds included investors such as Baillie Gifford (per TechCrunch, 2021).
How large is Onefootball's user base?
The company reported over 100 million active users globally as of 2025, positioning it as the largest dedicated soccer media platform by reach.
What geographic markets does Onefootball serve?
It operates in over 200 countries, with major offices in Berlin (HQ) and New York. Its content is localized for multiple languages, with particular strength in Europe and the Americas.
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