AcquisitionsJun 1, 2026, 04:34 PM
RoyaLand Acquires 90% Stake in Savoia 1908 Football Club
AI Summary
The RoyaLand Company Ltd. announced the acquisition of a 90% stake in Savoia 1908 Football Club, S.r.l., an Italian Serie D football club recently promoted to Serie C. The acquisition involved the payment of 5 million Class B Common Shares to CRH Royalty, S.r.l. and 2 million Class B Shares to the Club, with CRH retaining a 10% stake. RoyaLand's CEO, Prince Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia, holds a 24% ownership in CRH. The company views professional football clubs as a valuable asset class with diverse revenue streams and plans to further develop the Club's youth academy and leverage its historic brand.
Key Highlights
- RoyaLand acquired a 90% stake in Italian Serie D football club Savoia 1908 Football Club, S.r.l.
- Consideration included 5 million Class B Common Shares to CRH Royalty, S.r.l. and 2 million Class B Shares to the Club.
- CRH Royalty, S.r.l., 24% owned by RoyaLand's CEO, retains a 10% stake in the Club.
- Savoia 1908 FC was promoted to Serie C for the 2026/27 season after a first-place finish.
- RoyaLand believes in professional football clubs as an asset class with diverse revenue streams and international audiences.
- The Club has a thriving youth academy and secured new sponsorships, including Nike starting July 1, 2026.
- Savoia 1908 FC is authorized to use the historic coat of arms of the Italian Royal Family, the House of Savoy.
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