AFA expands American Express deal

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has expanded their partnership with international credit card provider American Express (AMEX). The expansion sees AMEX become a Global Sponsor of the Argentine national teams until 2026, which includes the men’s team, women’s teams and the youth national teams. 

AMEX card members will gain early access to ‘preferred seats and locations at the men’s national team matches in Argentina and select international friendlies.’ 

Mohammed Badi, president of global network services at AMEX, commented,

“Our expanded sponsorship of the Argentine national team will elevate the AMEX brand globally and extend the benefits of membership to more people around the world.”

Leandro Petersen, AFA’s commercial and marketing manager, added,

“Leandro Petersen, AFA’s commercial and marketing manager, The AFA brand is now consolidated globally with more than 50 top-level commercial sponsors. This agreement will allow AMEX card members to access exclusive experiences and be closer to their idols, one of the objectives pursued by AFA.”