Match Ventures

Match Ventures is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments within the sports technology sector. The firm focuses on identifying and backing startups that deliver tangible value to their customers and operate with sustainable business models. They provide capital from Seed stage to Series B, supporting both B2B and B2C solutions for athletes, fans, and industry leaders through innovative hardware and software. Beyond financial investment, Match Ventures actively contributes to the success of its portfolio companies through business development, product development, and fostering network effects among its ventures.

The firm was founded in 2024, with its operations based in Luxembourg. However, its leadership team brings over a decade of collective experience in sports tech, having been involved in more than 20 investments and 4 exits across Europe, North America, and the Middle East. This extensive background positions Match Ventures to capitalize on the significant transformation occurring within the global sports industry, driven by technological advancements and increasing institutional investment.

Match Ventures' active portfolio showcases a diverse range of sports tech innovations. Notable investments include AI Ball, an AI-powered video-analytics solution for padel; CARV, an AI-empowered digital coach for mountain skiers; FORM, smart swimming goggles; Horizm, a platform for managing digital sponsorship opportunities; MOGL, which connects athletes and brands for NIL compliance; Minute.ly, an AI-powered video content optimization tool; and Mobii, a unique solution for latency reduction and multicast video streaming. The firm has a particularly strong presence in smart devices, sponsorship, media, and broadcasting technology.

The leadership team at Match Ventures comprises a blend of sports tech industry pioneers, founders with successful exit experience, former professional athletes, and veteran investors. Key team members include General Partners Craig Thompson and Anton Brams, who also lead Mindspring Capital and Mindspring Sport, respectively. Petr Zhukov serves as a Member of the Advisory Board, bringing his experience from Indigo Capital and Indigo Sports Tech. Maria Minskova is a Partner and Legal Counsel, while Anatoly Evdokimov and Rohn Malhotra serve as Investment Directors, contributing expertise in M&A, fund operations, and sports tech market research.