May 30 – Major League Soccer (MLS) has signed a multi-year agreement with Corpay, a global financial technology firm listed on the New York Stock Exchange, to serve as the league’s Official Foreign Exchange (FX) Provider.
The partnership will provide MLS with direct access to Corpay Cross-Border’s risk management tools and international payments infrastructure – a move aimed at streamlining the league’s financial operations as it deepens its international footprint ahead of a pivotal period in North American football.
The deal arrives as MLS prepares for an expanded international role on and off the pitch, with the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup – co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico – set to accelerate global engagement.
While high-profile sponsorships often focus on visibility and marketing, this agreement is fundamentally operational. It addresses a core – but frequently overlooked – component of modern sports management: managing foreign exchange exposure and facilitating secure, compliant international transactions.
The appointment of an official FX provider signals a broader trend in sport: the professionalisation of back-office functions to match front-office ambitions. As football clubs and leagues scale internationally, the need for sophisticated financial infrastructure has become essential.
This is not Corpay’s first foray into the football world, it has partnerships with Manchester City and AC Milan, as well as being Real Betis training kit sponsor.
Brad Loder, Chief Marketing Officer at Corpay Cross-Border said: “I am confident that MLS and the league’s network of corporate business partners will benefit from access to our comprehensive cross-border payments and currency risk management solutions, along with our experience gained within the world of sports.”
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