R-Gol, backed by Innova Capital, has acquired Unisport from Nordic Capital. The merger combines R-Gol’s strong presence in Central and Eastern Europe with Unisport’s influence in Northern and Western Europe, aiming to shape a leading force in the football retail sector. With a projected combined revenue exceeding €200 million in 2024 and a growth rate of 25 percent over the past decade, the merger positions the new entity for substantial expansion. The combined workforce of around 475 employees will leverage innovative digital strategies to enhance their reach, boasting over 10 million social media followers and significant YouTube engagement.
“Joining forces with legendary Unisport to play as one team, is a big step in reaching this vision,” commented Marcin Radziwon, founder and CEO of R-Gol. He emphasized the shared passion for football and ambition to lead the industry, metaphorically aiming to place R-Gol on the “Champions League podium” of their sector.
Unisport, renowned for its robust growth since its acquisition by Nordic Capital in 2015, brings valuable expertise and market connections that will further enable the joint entity to pursue expansive growth across Europe and beyond, fulfilling the collective ambition to become the top football specialist worldwide.
