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Mexico City, January 13, 2026, Press release – Arena Two, the next-generation global sports entertainment platform designed to give fans an active role in live competition, today announced Club América as its LATAM anchor team for its inaugural 2026 football tournament, which features teams led by global sporting legends including Patrice Evra and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
One of the most iconic and successful clubs in the Americas, Club América brings unparalleled history, passion, and scale to Arena Two’s rapidly expanding international ecosystem. The partnership marks a major milestone in Arena Two’s growth across Latin America and reinforces Mexico’s position as a cornerstone market for the platform.
Known globally for its winning culture, global fanbase, and cultural influence, Club América will represent Mexico within Arena Two’s interactive competitive format — a model that blends sport, entertainment, and fan-driven competition.
“Club América's participation as the sole representative of Latin America in this global competition consolidates its leadership in the region, as well as its vision of reaching more places and more people through a format that provides fans with a great entertainment experience,” said Héctor González Iñárritu, President of Operations at Club América. He added, “We are excited to team up with Arena Two on such an interesting and innovative project that contributes to the global exposure of Mexico's most important club.”
Arena Two has been designed to push sport beyond traditional boundaries, offering clubs and fans new ways to connect through fast-paced competition, fan participation built directly into the game, and immersive digital experiences tailored for modern audiences.
“Mexico is one of the most important football markets in the world, and Club América sits at the very heart of that culture,” said Omar Rahim, Founder & CEO of Arena Two. “Their passion, scale, and ambition make them a perfect fit for Arena Two as we continue to expand our global footprint and reimagine how fans engage with the game.”
The announcement of Club América follows Arena Two’s broader strategy to build a global competition anchored in iconic cities, recognised clubs, and highly engaged fan communities.
Further details around team rosters, content launches, and upcoming competitions will be announced in the coming weeks.
About Arena Two
Arena Two is a next-generation multi-sports entertainment platform blending elite competition, fan participation, and digital culture. Built for a global, digital-first audience, Arena Two reimagines how fans experience sport — not just as spectators, but as active participants.
Arena Two’s inaugural property is a global 6-a-side football tournament spanning eight cities and eight teams, competing for a total prize pool of $8 million. Designed as a fast-paced, city-led competition, the tournament will bring together football culture, entertainment, and community in key global markets.
By combining elite sporting competition, influential leadership, and a fan-first model, Arena Two is building a truly global platform that reflects how modern audiences want to engage with sport today.
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press@arenatwo.com
About Club América
Founded on October 12th, 1916, Club América is the largest and most successful soccer club in Mexico and North America. Las Águilas have won 16 editions of the Liga MX, six Copa MX and two Liga MX Femenil. Internationally, Club América has won the Copa Interamericana twice and a record seven Concacaf Champions League. Club América is involved in numerous social activities. Regarding the Women's, Club América is a pioneer in the Women's MX League with an audience record in fan attendance, being the first team to face and win UEFA rivals and participating in international tournaments.
For more information visit: https://www.clubamerica.com.mx
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