
Between fair play and regulation: Current compliance risks for stakeholders in the sports sector
October 22, 2025
The sports sector has evolved into a thriving multi-billion-dollar industry. Sporting events are increasingly commercialized, professional player departments are often spun off into corporate entities, the phenomenon of multi-club ownership by investors is gaining traction, and new revenue streams – such as in the field of eSports – are continuously being developed. However, these developments also mean that sports institutions and organisations are subject to growing regulatory requirements, making effective compliance structures ever more important. This article explores the current compliance risks that are particularly relevant for stakeholders in the sports sector.
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