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S04 and opta data extend partnership until 2027
A long-standing partnership continues as the opta data group from Essen remains closely connected to FC Schalke 04. The leading billing, finance and IT service provider in the healthcare sector has extended its long-standing partnership with the Royal Blues for another two years, until the end of the 2026/2027 season.
At the same time, the family-run company from the Ruhr region is expanding its involvement and will become the official kids and family partner of FC Schalke 04 from the coming season onwards.
This partnership supports an issue that is particularly close to the club’s heart: strengthening children and families in Gelsenkirchen and the Ruhr region. One visible change will be the newly-named opta data family stand, where young S04 fans can enjoy home matches at the VELTINS-Arena with their parents and siblings in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
In addition, the opta data group will present the ‘Kids Week’, an annual highlight filled with exciting activities for Schalke’s youngest supporters. The partnership also includes support for the popular “Your First Match at Schalke” initiative, which helps facilitate young fans’ very first visit to VELTINS-Arena.
Together, we can make a real difference in supporting children and young people – something we see not only as a social responsibility but as an investment in the future.
“We’re very pleased to continue our partnership with the opta data group, which demonstrates their ongoing commitment to Schalke 04 and our fans,” explained Matthias Tillmann, FC Schalke 04’s CEO. “Together, we can make a real difference in supporting children and young people – something we see not only as a social responsibility but as an investment in the future.”
“As a family-run business with strong roots in the Ruhr region, it means a lot to us to support children, families and our local community,” said Mark Steinbach, managing director of the opta data group. “For us, sustainability means thinking beyond day-to-day business and taking responsibility, both in healthcare and in society. That’s why we’re proud to work with FC Schalke 04 to create opportunities that empower and inspire young people.”
The opta data group, based in Essen, initially joined as a hospitality partner and has been a sponsor of Schalke since 2023, and is the leading provider of billing, finance and IT services in the healthcare sector. Founded in 1970, the company employs over 3,200 staff and serves more than 60,000 clients, including care services, medical aid providers and transport and emergency services. In addition to billing services, opta data offers industry-specific software and efficiency-enhancing solutions. Since 2024, the company’s headquarters have been located on a new, sustainable campus.
