One more footballer entered cybersports

Former Arsenal and Danish national footballer Nicklas Bendtner co-founded Legendary Gaming Group ApS, which acquired stakes in four companies that include controlling stakes in Team Singularity. This is not the first time that professional athletes have entered the world of esports.

This purchase could mean a new history in the organization's moment. The owner of the Team Singularity organization is Atle Stehouwer, who is also a Dane. And they can make a good tandem in creating a new era for the organization.

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Team Singularity signed its first roster with CS2 back in 2016, which included the current MOUZ team coach, sycrone. Since its inception, the organization has managed to win more than 17 tournaments with different rosters. Their last victory was the 1st place at ESEA Season 46: Advanced Division - Europe in 2023.

In addition to Team Singularity's shares, the company has also acquired shares in such companies as New Breed Agency (an agency specializing in creating and helping to develop brands in esports), Legendary Arena, and a fourth, yet unnamed esports and gaming brand. But it is expected to be named soon.

According to Bendtner, he will play an active role in the company, and more professional athletes will join the project. In addition to Niklas, the esports team includes Oleksandr Zinchenko from Passion UA, Yevhen Konoplyanka from kONO.ECF, Casemiro from Case Esports and Sergio Aguero from KRU Esports, David Beckham from Guild, and others.

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The reaction of the community was unanimous, with everyone reacting positively to this decision. Some believe that he can compete with Simon Kjaer, who is a co-owner of WOPA. They also write that his last esports adventure was off the charts and everyone is looking forward to seeing what he does next.

This agreement is important for esports as it demonstrates the growing interest of professional athletes in esports and their desire to invest in it. The participation of professional athletes can improve the image of esports and attract new fans, which is important for expanding not only the local but also the global audience.