• Loading stock data...
Friday, March 20, 2026
    More
    Deals

    Ronaldo-Backed Soccer App Startup Brings on Tokigames Team

    • ZujuGP, a startup backed by Cristiano Ronaldo, has brought on the team from Tokigames.
    • ZujuGP is building a comprehensive soccer platform.
    By
    Apr 13, 2022 | 05:14 pm
    UPDATED Apr 13, 2022 | 05:26 pm
    Cristiano-Ronaldo
    Tim Groothuis/Witters Sport via USA TODAY Sports

    A soccer-focused tech startup backed by Cristiano Ronaldo is bringing aboard the team behind gamification platform Tokigames.

    ZujuGP, the company founded by Singaporean billionaire and Valencia F.C. owner Peter Lim (estimated $2.6B) and his son Kiat, will hire all 14 founders and employees of Tokigames in an effort to integrate gamification features.

    Kiat Lim launched a decentralized autonomous organization in February called CO92 DAO aimed at allowing soccer fans to own a stake in the sport.

    Tokigames had raised $4.25 million in seed funding to create apps for ONE Esports and soccer-focused media company AFTV.

    In addition to gaming, ZujuGP offers soccer merchandise and social connections for fans, as well as the ability to watch live games.

    Ronaldo announced the project in October on his Instagram account, which boasts a world-leading 425 million followers.

    Linkedin
    Whatsapp
    Copy Link
    Link Copied
    Link Copied

    What to Read

    Apr 16, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during a press conference at Audi Field.
    by

    FIFA Issues Light Fine to Israel Over Palestinian Team Complaint
    FIFA said the West Bank’s status “remains an unresolved…highly complex matter.”
    Oct 29, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; USA Head Coach Emma Hayes speaks with midfielder Lo’eau Labonta (11) during the second half of the match against New Zealand at CPKC Stadium.
    by

    FIFA Rules All Women’s Teams Must Have Female Coaches
    One head or assistant coach must be a woman for FIFA competitions.
    Nov 29, 2022; Doha, Qatar; The starting eleven or Iran pose for a photo before a group stage match against the United States of America during the 2022 World Cup at Al Thumama Stadium.
    by

    Iran Should Feel Safe Playing in Seattle, Washington Rep. Says
    Rep. Rick Larsen called Trump threatening Iran team’s safety “disappointing.”
    Dec 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; United States of America President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
    by

    DHS Finally Gives World Cup Cities $625M In Security Funding
    The funding was tied up in a partisan battle over DHS funding.

    Featured Today
    by

    AI College Recruiting Reels Aren’t Fooling Scouts
    College coaches and recruiters are way ahead of cheating athletes.
    March 7, 2026

    Alex Eala Has Become One of the Biggest Draws in Tennis
    Eala will face Coco Gauff in the third round at Indian Wells.
    Jun 9, 2021; Paris, France; The racket of Coco Gauff (USA) after she smashed it during her match against Barbora Krejcikova (CZE) on day 11 of the French Open at Stade Roland Garros
    March 6, 2026

    The ‘Rage Room’ Is the Hottest Place in Tennis
    The idea came from a player podcast.
    March 5, 2026

    Mark DeRosa Is Still Baseball’s Swiss Army Knife
    DeRosa is the sport’s utility player both on the field and off.

    More in Deals
    Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark dribbles up the court against Team USA during the WNBA All-Star Game at Footprint Center in Phoenix on July 20, 2024.
    by

    Fund Backing Women’s Sports Raises $250M and Counting
    Jason Wright oversees a fund that has secured $250 million.
    Puma store
    January 27, 2026

    China’s Anta Eyes World Domination With $1.8B Puma Deal
    Anta is now the largest shareholder in both Puma and Amer Sports.
    January 28, 2026

    CVC’s New Sports Business Buys Into $300M Equestrian Company
    Global Sport Group bought a controlling stake in Equine Network.
    Sponsored

    Paul Rabil: Why Owning a Team Is a 100x Bet
    Paul Rabil shares how he left an established league to build PLL.
    Jan 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd motions to his team during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center.
    January 27, 2026

    Jason Kidd Joins PE-Backed Youth Sports Company
    The Mavericks coach is an equity holder and member of the board.
    Contestants compete in the annual Nathan's hot dog eating contest at Tootsie's 57th Anniversary Birthday Bash on Lower Broadway in Nashville on Oct. 10, 2017.
    January 22, 2026

    Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest Will Continue Under Chinese Ownership
    Nathan’s expects to keep the contest at Coney Island.
    Batbox
    January 12, 2026

    Bowling’s Blueprint Is Powering the New Social Gaming Boom
    New venues are fusing sports, entertainment, and good food.
    Sep 27, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Kody Funderburk (55) and catch
    December 17, 2025

    Twins’ New Investments Value Club at $1.75 Billion
    The Twins have also announced a succession plan.