Mergermarket: Sports M&A looks to score big from World Cup frenzy

June 18, 2026

With the FIFA World Cup in full swing, Ted Goldthorpe, Head of BC Partners Credit, spoke to Mergermarket about the continued growth of investment across the sports ecosystem.

Ted highlighted BC Partners’ investments beyond sports ownership including sports agency GSE Worldwide and football helmet company Riddell, where growing demand for player safety is driving investment opportunities.

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