United track success with new tech deal

A Northern Ireland-based sports tech company is strengthening its ties with one of football’s biggest clubs.

STATSports, headquartered in Newry, has renewed its long-term partnership with Manchester United to supply its Apex 2.0 GPS performance trackers. 

The company’s trackers are the only GPS devices to have received FIFA’s top-level certification for performance monitoring technology.

Used during training and matches, the devices help monitor and enhance player performance. 

As part of the latest deal, STATSports will also install fixed tracking infrastructure and Local Positioning Systems (LBS) at United’s Carrington training base and at Old Trafford and Leigh Sports Village.

Sean O’Connor, co-founder of STATSports, said: “Manchester United are a benchmark for ambition and excellence. 

“This supplier partnership renewal is a testament to their belief in the value of high-performance and our role in delivering it. 

“Apex 2.0 trackers enable United’s staff to obtain up-to-date accurate information in respect of player availability, individual development and team performance. 

“With the addition of fixed infrastructure across both training and matchday environments, we’re helping embed a world-class performance culture across every touchpoint.”

Ed Leng, head of physical performance at Manchester United, added: “At Manchester United, we’re always looking to push the boundaries of player performance. 

“Wearable trackers are a vital part of that process, and we’re grateful for STATSports’ continued support and partnership. 

“Their Apex 2.0 trackers will enable us to unlock deeper insights across all men’s and women’s players spanning all training environments, from academy to first team.

“By expanding our fixed infrastructure at Carrington, Old Trafford and Leigh, we’ll enhance real-time tracking capabilities helping us to better prepare, develop, and protect our players.”

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