The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), the official governing body of football in Europe, has announced a multi-year partnership with Vodafone.
The British telecom operator has been confirmed as the official telecommunications partner of UEFA Women’s Football on a five-year deal. covering the following tournaments: the UEFA Women’s Champions League, UEFA Women’s Futsal EURO 2027, UEFA Women’s EURO 2029, the UEFA Women’s Nations League, the Women’s European Qualifiers, as well as the UEFA Women’s Under-17 and Under-19 Championships.
As far as men’s football is concerned, Vodafone has also been named an official licensed partner of the UEFA Champions League for its 2025/26 and 2026/27 editions. To kick off the partnership, Vodafone has launched the “Champions Travel eSIM”, which will offer customers connectivity in 206 countries, as well as “the opportunity to win free match tickets via periodic draws.”
Vodafone previously sponsored the UEFA Champions League from 2006 to 2009.
Nadine Kessler, General Manager of UEFA Women’s Football, commented:
“The meteoric rise of women’s football is undeniable, confirmed by the record-breaking success of this summer’s UEFA European Women’s Football Championship. The sport continues to attract some of the world’s best-known companies eager to be part of this memorable experience. We are delighted to welcome Vodafone to the community of UEFA Women’s competitions partners. Their commitment and global reach makes them an ideal ally in our joint efforts to take the sport forward. In doing so, we will pave the way to more opportunities for women and girls and inspire the next generation of fans and players around the world.“
Ahmed Essam, CEO European Markets, Vodafone Group, added:
“It is great to be associated with European football once again. We are delighted to sponsor women’s football, one of the fastest growing sports globally. Also, as an official licensed partner of the world’s premier men’s club competition, Vodafone will help enhance the fan experience.“
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