Soccerex Europe 2026
Total Football.
Coming home
for business.
May 2026
Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam
Connect. Lead. Innovate.
In the year that we celebrate our 30th birthday, Soccerex Europe returns to Amsterdam for its third consecutive edition, bringing together the world’s most influential football executives, clubs, leagues, federations, brands, investors, and innovators to shape the future of the sport.
What Is Soccerex Europe?
Soccerex Europe is the premier global event for football’s commercial and strategic
community.
A two-day convergence of high-impact content, executive networking, brand activations,
and industry insight at the iconic Johan Cruyff Arena.
From thought-leadership sessions and forward-thinking panel discussions, to curated
networking experiences and international exhibitor showcases, Soccerex Europe unites the
leaders powering the sport’s evolution.
Why Attend?
Unrivalled Content
Hear from global decision-makers across clubs, leagues, federations, and brands.
Strategic Networking
Build relationships with the people shaping the commercial and operational landscape.
Exhibitor Floor & Activations
Discover innovation and build partnerships with leading solution providers.
Social Events & VIP Experiences
Connect in informal settings, from happy hours to curated evening programmes.
Two Days of Insightful Football Business Content
Expect cutting-edge discussions on:
Join a Global Community
Global Delegates & Decision-Makers
Connect with executives from across the football ecosystem, including clubs, leagues, federations, brands, investors, and entrepreneurs.
Featured Partners & Sponsors
Soccerex Europe is proud to collaborate with organisations that share our vision for growth, innovation, and global reach.
Past Speakers
Giulio Tedeschi
CEO & Founder - Tedeschi & Partners
Guillem Balague
Broadcaster & Author - BUFC Chairman
John Kristick
Co-Head, Playfly Sports Consulting
Alex Lasry
CEO - FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ Host Committee™
Diego Arrioja
Presenter - NBCUniversal Telemundo
Ed Foster-Simeon
CEO - US Soccer Foundation
Felix Aguirre
Host City Manager - Mexico City FWC26 Host City Manager
Mikael Silvestre
CEO & FOUNDER - Talent Lyfe
Peter Moore
Founding Owner - Santa Barbara Sky FC
Sabrina Carrozza
Founder & Principal - Sabrina Comms
Teddy Wagnac
Founder & CEO - SoccerPath.us
Trevor Watkins
Global Head of Sport - Pinsent Masons
Oguchi Onyewu
Vice President of Sporting, US Soccer
Alan Rothenberg
Chairman Playfly Premier Partnerships
Dan Rutstein
President - Orange County SC
Kareem Rae
CEO | Co-Founder - One Soccer Nation
Meg Kane
Host City Executive/CEO - Philadelphia Soccer 2026
Marlon Glean
President - Grenada Football Association
Ryan Bailey
COO, Americas - Red Knot Communications
Walter Franco
Principal - Victus Advisors LLC
Samy J. Hamama
Director International Relations & Sports Partnerships - Eintracht Frankfurt
Diego Arrioja
Presenter - NBCUNIVERSAL TELEMUNDO
Robin Austermann
Head of Audio-Visual Rights - Bundesliga International
Marc Lingenhoff
Simon Gubisch
Alexander Rojas
Founder & Managing Attorney - One-Eighteen Law
Secure your place at the heart of the football business calendar.
Early Bird Tickets Available | Limited Exhibitor Space
Exhibitors
Organisations in attendance
