ELF and MRM Distribution enter into partnership for Season 2025
ELF Communications
The European League of Football (ELF) and the leading used software provider MRM Distribution, headquartered in Unterschleissheim/Munich, have entered into a strategic partnership for Season 2025. As part of this cooperation, MRM Distribution will be the official partner of the "Champions League" of European Football and will support the 16 teams from nine nations with high-quality technical equipment.
The cooperation includes extensive marketing and sponsorship rights that make MRM's commitment to the continental league visible. "We are delighted to have MRM Distribution on board as a strong partner who understands the importance of innovative technology in Football and will work with us to drive forward the professionalization of the league. MRM is a pioneer in the circular IT economy and is helping to reduce the environmental footprint of software. Having such a strong focus on sustainability is a perfect fit for the ELF,” says Zeljko Karajica, Managing Director of the European League of Football.
"One of the most exciting newcomers"
"We are proud to be on board with the ELF. It is one of the most exciting newcomers in the international sports business and has quickly established itself as the best Football league in Europe. By providing state-of-the-art technology, our company is contributing to the further development of the ELF and supporting the teams in their professional match preparation by optimizing coaching and analysis processes,” explains Melanie Achten, Managing Director of MRM Distribution.
In addition to the technical equipment, the cooperation includes various branding and marketing rights. These include LED perimeter advertising at the Championship Game, social media integrations on the ELF's official channels and exclusive promotions on match days.
16 Teams from 9 nations
The 2025 ELF season kicks off in mid-May with 16 teams from nine nations: Defending champion Rhein Fire, Berlin Thunder, Hamburg Sea Devils, Munich Ravens, Stuttgart Surge, Frankfurt Galaxy, Cologne Centurios (all Germany), Vienna Vikings, Raiders Tirol (both Austria), Fehérvár Enthroners (Hungary), Panthers Wroclaw (Poland), Prague Lions (Czech Republic), Helvetic Mercenaries (Switzerland), Madrid Bravos (Spain), Paris Musketeers (France) and newcomer Nordic Storm (Denmark).
All franchises are united by one major goal: to take part in the Championship Game on September 7 in the MHP Arena, the "living room" of the traditional German soccer club VfB Stuttgart. For of the highlight game in European football, more than 10,000 tickets have already been sold in advance.