Abstract:Retail Forex and CFD broker Axi have announced an extension of its partnership with LaLiga club Girona FC for two additional seasons. This renewal follows a successful first year, during which Girona FC achieved remarkable success on the field.
Retail Forex and CFD broker Axi have announced an extension of its partnership with LaLiga club Girona FC for two additional seasons. This renewal follows a successful first year, during which Girona FC achieved remarkable success on the field.
Since the start of the 2023/24 season, Axi has been the Official LATAM Online Trading Partner of Girona FC. The partnership has coincided with a historic season for the Spanish club, which finished 3rd in LaLiga and secured a spot in the UEFA Champions League for the first time in its history.
Hannah Hill, Head of Brand and Sponsorship at Axi, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership renewal: “We are very excited to announce our partnership renewal with LaLiga club Girona FC. At Axi, we are driven by ambition, and we always strive for innovation. This past season has reinforced how both Axi and Girona share the same aspirations and the same dedication to success. The club demonstrated their ‘edge’ on the field, and as the new football season kicks off soon, our unwavering commitment to bridging the worlds of trading and football closer together remains unchanged.”
In addition to the partnership, Axi made a significant impact with its first player activation in the spring— the Axi Penalty Challenge. This initiative, designed specifically for the LATAM audience, saw Girona FC players Savio, Yan Couto, and Paulo Gazzaniga compete in a unique challenge that combined football skills with trading knowledge.
Axis involvement in football extends beyond Girona FC. The broker has been the Official Online Trading Partner of Premier League Champions Manchester City FC since 2020, as well as Manchester City Women and Brazilian club Esporte Clube Bahia. Last year, Axi also welcomed England International John Stones as a Brand Ambassador, further solidifying its presence in the sports world.
With the renewed partnership, Axi and Girona FC look forward to another successful season, continuing to push boundaries and connect the worlds of trading and football.
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