Charles Russell Speechlys advises Hudl UK, Limited on its acquisition of StatsBomb Services Limited

Charles Russell Speechlys has advised Hudl UK, Limited on its acquisition of the entire issued share capital of StatsBomb Services UK.

Hudl is a global leader in cloud-based solutions for video and data integration in the sports industry. Hudl’s integrated suite of video and data products, including smart AI cameras and wearables serve 230,000 sports teams across 40 sports--from grassroots to professional leagues.

Founded as a blog in 2013, StatsBomb has grown into a global data business, offering advanced sports data solutions primarily for football and, more recently, American football. 

Jasmine Kingsley, Chief Legal and People Officer, Hudl, commented:

This is an exciting new chapter for both Hudl and StatsBomb, bringing new opportunities for innovation, growth, and development for our teams and customers. We're thankful for the collaboration with Charles Russell Speechlys on this acquisition. Their skilled and committed guidance was key to a successful transaction.

Keir Gordon, Corporate Partner, commented:

We are very pleased to have supported Hudl on this significant acquisition.  We look forward to  the integration of StatsBomb’s advanced metrics into Hudl’s industry-leading video and analysis tools, which will produce enhanced quality and in-depth insights for football and American football teams across the world.  A very exciting time for Hudl and the wider industry, as this transaction reflects the huge growth we are seeing of investment in sports and sports-related businesses.

The team was led by Corporate Partner Keir Gordon and Corporate Associates Molly Moseley and Laurence Whymark, and supported by our wider Sports team and Dubai office. 

Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy acted as Egyptian counsel.