Bobadela, Portugal Home of AD Bobadelense
A European football company
We acquire and build football clubs, giving them the people, ideas and infrastructure to grow while staying rooted in their communities.We acquire and grow clubs,
staying true to their communities.
The group we’re building
We work alongside local leadership, building the team and the business while each club keeps its identity.
Explore our shared platform
Letter of intent signed
We’ve signed a letter of intent for a majority investment in Costa d’Amalfi, the club that unites the thirteen towns of the Amalfi Coast. It is expected to complete by the end of 2026, subject to final agreements.
Our first club
Founded 1975 · With Mass Rising since May 2026
Since taking over in May, we’ve rebuilt the squad, signed sponsors and opened new ways to support the club.We’ve rebuilt the squad and opened new ways to support the club.
Operating milestones ·
For players
Create one player profile to be considered for trials and first‑team places at Mass Rising clubs, now and as the group grows. Or apply for our Lisbon residency to live and train full time with AD Bobadelense.
The Mass Rising platform
Software and financial services, built around the work of running a club.
Club Finance
Spending, income, budgets and player agreements. One shared workspace for club operators and owners.
Explore Club Finance (opens in a new tab)Current cash, the weeks ahead and what needs attention.
Club Commerce
Merchandise, ticketing and memberships. One workspace for the club team, one connected record for every supporter.
Club enquiriesClub Capital
Funding needs, expected income and supporting documents. A clearer financing conversation, grounded in the club’s business.
Explore Club Capital (opens in a new tab)Built within Mass Rising
Player applications, film review, shortlists and trial invitations. One shared workspace for the first-team staff.
Mass Rising research
Our public research on European clubs: who owns them, what each league tier costs and earns, and the findings that shape our approach.
Clubs DBUpdated 7 October 2026
Basemap: OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles, data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Crests belong to their clubs.
Our team
Co-founder & CEO
Leads acquisitions and the commercial plan alongside local club leadership.
Co-founder & CTO
Builds the software, data and reporting behind the group’s operating platform.
We’d like to hear from club owners, local partners and people who want to get involved.
A club with a strong local identity, room to improve its football and business, and a practical path to ownership. We assess the full cost of operating it in its current division.
Yes. Club finance is in early access, commerce inquiries are open, and club capital reviews funding needs individually. Contact us about the support your club needs.
