A Frenchman appointed head of the Kings League

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By: Manu Tournoux

A Frenchman appointed head of the Kings League

Djamel Agaoua, former director of Viber and the NBA, becomes the new global CEO of the Kings League, a 7-a-side football competition created by Gérard Piqué, with plans for global expansion.

The Kings League, a 7-a-side football competition created by Gérard Piqué, continues its meteoric rise. This October 16, 2024, French entrepreneur Djamel Agaoua was appointed global CEO of the league. With experience at Viber and in the NBA, Agaoua will be responsible for accelerating the league’s international expansion.

Created in 2023, the Kings League, which combines football, new technologies and social media culture, attracts a young and connected audience, with peaks of 3.7 million online spectators.

Djamel Agaoua at the head of global expansion

The Kings League plans to expand into Italy, Brazil, North America and Asia in the next twelve months. As Agaoua points out, “The Kings League is reinventing football for new generations, mixing sport, entertainment and innovation to captivate young audiences. »

Agaoua, with his experience at Viber and the NBA, intends to capitalize on the enormous popularity of the competition among young people, in particular thanks to its 20 million subscribers and short and dynamic match formats.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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