Observed Signal · Sep 11, 2026 · M&A - Completed · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
M&A Market: Andrew Stalbow-Led Group Acquires Bath City FC
An investor group led by Andrew Stalbow, co-founder of mobile game developer Seriously, has completed the acquisition of English football club Bath City FC. The group raised over £6 million ($8.1 million) to support the club's operations and future development. Stalbow, who previously served as CEO of Seriously before its sale to Playtika, becomes the club's executive chair. The Bath City Holding Company comprises more than 50 investors from various industries. The investment aims to support the men's and women's teams, infrastructure development, and community engagement.
Acquisition of a football club by a games industry leader; peripheral relevance to AdTech.
Wichtigste Kernpunkte & Evidenz
- Andrew Stalbow-led investor group completed acquisition of Bath City FC.
- Bath City Holding Company includes more than 50 investors.
- Group raised over £6 million ($8.1 million) in a seed round.
- Stalbow previously co-founded Seriously and served as CEO.
- Outgoing chair David McDonagh remains on the board.
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