Borussia Dortmund ends Rheinmetall sponsorship
Borussia Dortmund to end controversial arms sponsor deal after fan backlash.
In brief
Borussia Dortmund to end controversial arms sponsor deal after fan backlash. Borussia Dortmund will end its sponsorship with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall due to fan criticism, cutting income from the 2024 agreement that expires June 30, 2027. Originally reported by Sportstar.
Sponsorship ends
Borussia Dortmund will end its sponsorship with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall after fan backlash.
Agreement expires
The official sponsorship agreement between the German club and Rheinmetall expires on June 30, 2027.
Fan criticism
Dortmund fans criticized the deal from its signing, with some renouncing support.
Financial impact
The club will lose 9 million euros per year in income from the sponsorship, reducing financial flexibility.
The takeaway
Borussia Dortmund will end its sponsorship with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall due to fan criticism, cutting income from the 2024 agreement that expires June 30, 2027.
