1 Club challenges before tokenized fan engagement
A well-established second-league football club in Hungary faced a financial plateau after the COVID period. Despite having stable infrastructure, loyal supporters, and active digital channels, traditional engagement and monetization models stopped delivering growth.
Main pain points
- Significant drop in match attendance due to pandemic restrictions and reduced tourism.
- Revenue loss from ticket sales, merchandise, and stadium-related activities.
- High operational costs with limited ability to scale down infrastructure.
- Passive fan engagement through website and social media.
- Difficulty attracting new investors and sponsors without digital traction.
- Fragmented website and social media management.
2 What we built with SPORTEX
We designed and delivered a fan-centric digital platform that turned supporters into active participants of club governance through a secure tokenized voting system, combined with digital optimization and management consulting.
Fan Mobile Application
A centralized digital hub for supporters.
- Club news, matches, schedules, and team roster
- Real-time updates and announcements
- Direct communication channel with the club
Tokenized Voting System
Participatory governance through digital ownership.
- Token-based voting on selected club decisions
- Transparent and auditable voting process
- Increased fan emotional and financial involvement
Digital & Media Optimization
Improved online presence and engagement strategy.
- SEO-optimized club website
- Reworked social media content strategy
- Unified digital branding across channels
Management & Governance Consulting
Strategic advisory based on MGP experience.
- Optimized internal decision-making processes
- Stronger interaction between management and fans
- Preparation for governance platform expansion
3 Results
Key outcome
Active growth
in fan engagement & monetization
Tokenized participation created a sustainable engagement and revenue model beyond match attendance.
Fans became stakeholders
Supporters transitioned from passive followers to active participants in club decisions.
New monetization channel
Token purchases generated additional revenue independent of stadium capacity.
Stronger fan loyalty
Direct involvement increased emotional connection and long-term commitment.
Improved investor appeal
Transparent digital governance increased trust from sponsors and partners.
Modernized digital presence
Website and social channels shifted from informational to engagement-driven platforms.
Foundation for platform expansion
Negotiations started on integrating broader MGP solutions into club operations.
4 Proof & next step
Today’s reality
Fan engagement is now a core business driver in sports
Clubs no longer compete only on the field — they compete for attention, trust, and participation. Digital ownership and transparency define modern loyalty.
- Engaged fans spend more and stay longer
- Tokenized governance creates measurable commitment
- Digital transparency increases investor confidence
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The application changed how fans interact with the club. They feel involved, heard, and connected to decisions that matter.
SPORTEX club management
Second-league football club · Hungary