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RE: #3 Media Day - gucci - 2025-08-18
CPT 2
Sandro da Silva recently heard he’d received the call up to CD Tenochtitlan while his agent was in the process of finalizing a deal to represent a popular Thai product, but unfortunately his abrupt move across the world to Mexico City threw a spanner in the works and that deal fell through. Instead his agent got to work finding him a new deal in his new home of Mexico, where he intended to spend the majority of his career.
It had to be the right product. It had to be acceptable to Sandro on both a personal and professional level, and he preferred a product that he actually used. No alcohol or vices could be involved and his agent had advised him to steer clear of American products sold in Mexico as they weren’t very popular right now and might hurt his image with his new fan base. When presented with all of the offers he’d received, one immediately stood out to him.
It was a product that Sandro enjoyed from time to time in the past at Mexican food restaurants, no, not Cholula, Brazilians like Sandro steer clear of pepper sauces. The closest thing Sandro had to a vice is sugary drinks, and the brand Jarritos had reached out to see if Sandro was interested in bringing the company’s representative in the Simulation Soccer league.
Sandro knew immediately that him and the company were a perfect fit and he excitedly told his agent to accept the offer. It will be a win-win for both. Sandro has a mini fridge that stays full with delicious fruit sodas and Jarritos get to post the young sensation all over the city to build hype for his debut season at CD Tenochtitlan. The hype is already quite high after his 13 assist debut season where he finds himself the favorite for Minors Rookie of the Year, and Jarritos will get to ride this wave along with Sandro.
Approved - I do love those soda's!
RE: #3 Media Day - ValorX77 - 2025-08-20
CPT 2
Elizabeth Rose Bloodflame has finally settled in Tenochtitlán full-time and has recently decided to start exploring corporate sponsorships. The first company she looked into was Tecate, a locally grown beer company. They offered her a 3-year deal and a beer based on her likeness. The main selling point is that it has the sweet scent of a rose, but also the fire to set anyone alive. However, when she tried the experimental drink, she almost immediately vomited, citing that it lacked a rose scent and tasted like something that you would get out of a shady side street, so the offer was discarded. The next offer was from a rather unknown taco stand called "Reunion". They often sell strange tacos, including squid, rabbit's foot, and snake tacos. Their idea for a sponsorship is an English-style taco, complete with fish, chips, and the most generic seasoning known to a damn soul. Liz saw right through the facade, but gave them advice to ensure they would have the best product available to market to English tourists, mainly for adding local spices to enhance the English pub-style fish and chips tacos. The sponsor she agreed to a deal with has a lot more international outreach. She signed with the airline AeroMexico, in which the deal got the team a new plane that had wider seats, more legroom, and more capacity for the media to fly on. The deal also included 3 special livery aircraft, one of Tenochtitlan SC, in team colors, the other two being rose-based, which were designed by Liz herself to fly the routes to Manchester, London, and Edinburgh. The routes would be known as the "Rose Express", and the third livery would be of Liz's old team, the Manchester Roses. The final part of the sponsorship would be that Aeromexico would be the main sponsor of the kits worn by Tenochtitlan this season.
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Approved - Her own airplane this early in her career? Lots to live up to!
RE: #3 Media Day - Nol15736 - 2025-08-21
CPT 2
Chicken McTendie had always loved exploring his neighborhood streets in Pittsburgh, but when he was drafted and got to join AS Paris, his feathers practically fluttered with excitement. There was just one problem. As an extremely tall and bright yellow feathered fellow, McTendie couldn’t exactly book an ordinary hotel room. The team did the best they could but many nights were spent in the lobby of the hotel rather then in a room itself. The season wore on and McTendie grew tired of the lobby stops and how little sleep he got there because of all the noise of people coming and going.
Then at the end of the season a new team came calling and McTendie was selected to move to join a brand new team in Ireland! As happy as he was for the new opportunity. McTendie was still worried about where he could lay his head down during the season. That's when the new management team got him in contact with his first ever sponsor partner. Airbnb
When they heard McTendie was arriving to Dublin, Airbnb swooped in with an offer they said, “We’ll make sure you feel at home no matter how big the bird.” And wow did they deliver. They didn’t just give him a room, they designed a custom nest loft with a beautiful
view of Christ Church Cathedral. But that isn't all they offered. They said "Chicken, we want you to have a nest perfect for you when you are home or on the road. So we are going to ensure you have an Airbnb stay built just for you at every single SSL town across the globe.
It was a huge surprise as the SSL spans from Shanghai, to Rome, to Hollywood, and many other stops around the world.
From that day on, Chicken McTendie wasn’t just a budding soccer star, he became the official face of Airbnb. Especially for adventurers with a little extra wingspan.
Approved! - FF
RE: #3 Media Day - Beavie - 2025-08-21
#2 Link
Nintendo was heavily considering a sponsorship with the Right Wing Back from Rapid Magyar, capitalizing on a charismatic in real life Pokemon. However, it was going to be a deal with Snor Lax, but the goalie got taken in expansion.
See media post for heartbreak.
But Bunson was fortunate enough to get a sponsorship soon after with one of the largest battery manufacturers in the world, one no stranger to having a bunny in their branding. Energizer.
The brand synergy speaks for itself, only thing missing is Bunson's type as she is a fire-type over an electric type. The first advertisement appeared in China, Hungary, and Allie's human universe home, Japan. It was her wearing her team kit (A Dragons kit in China) standing back to back with the famous Energizer Bunny. Allie had a soccer ball at her feet and was wearing matching sunglasses to the mascot. The tagline, translated to English is "They Keep Going. . ." with pink text and the company logo. People found the advertisement 'cute' and lead to them shooting a commercial.
It was Allie in a soccer stadium, stretching and talking to an Energizer representative about a 'test run.' She was wondering which Soccer player she'd be racing against. The representative said it was "Her one true equal" with the famous Energizer Bunny appearing. The two would race off and run back and forth on the pitch, the clock comedically speeding up to show the long endurance for both rabbits.
"How long are they going to go?" The judge asks himself as Bunson runs back and forth, the other Bunny banging its drum and the clock would keep going. . . and going, until finally the Wing back would start to show signs of fatigue (Granted, she did get hurt last season in a painful moment, give that bunny a potion). Allie would show her acting chops, dramatically heaving and panting as the Energizer Bunny, kept going and going. The company's slogan was said over a voice over as Allie gets on her hands and knees, saying "ANYONE GOT A LEMONADE!?" With acting skills like this, it was a surprise Hollywood didn't take her first overall and she might have a nice little acting career post footy.
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Approved - Keep going and going and going....
RE: #3 Media Day - Thunder39 - 2025-08-22
CPT #2
The moment landed with the kind of quiet / no nonsense vibe that suits him. No fireworks, no big crowds, Just Jones stepping off the Kaapstadt practice field, tugging on his new sponsor hoodie, and announcing that his first national brand sponsor is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.
The goal was for Jones to find a way to give back. He was once a mentee in Big Brothers and this season he's committed to returning the favour the program lent him. Beginning with establishing a Big Brothers Big Sisters program in Kaapstadt. Also for every clean sheet this coming season Kaapstadt will donate $50,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters and Jones will match each team donation as well.
Based on last season's numbers, Jones led the league in clean sheets last season with 8. That would have equated to an 800,000 dollar donation to the program. That is a difference making number for a program that is as big nationally as Big Brothers is.
Along with the monetary donations, Jones also announced a “Mav’s High Flyers” program. This program will consist of one mentor and mentee shadowing Jones, and his Kappstadt teammates on some gamedays. They get to follow Jones and the team through their gameday routine: team meals, video sessions, pregame practice. All ending with a tour of the locker room and game of keepy ups with Jones before the game.
Lots of players go for big brand deals when they enter the league. Jones’ goal was to use the opportunity to support something close to him and give back to his home community and the community he now calls home in Kaapstadt. This seems like the start of something amazing, and here is to hoping that this partnership will be a huge benefit to the local community come season end!
Approved - Enjoyed the outside the box thinking for Jones sponsor. Love that he's giving back.
#3 Media Day - Afrhite - 2025-08-25
Rookie Captain
The first season for al-Kazmi is over; nothing too flashy in terms of numbers. The organization, the teammates, and Krung Thep were amazing. Al-Kazmi had the privilege to be the captain of the team as a rookie; there was lots of pressure on his shoulders, but it led to a good result nonetheless. During the latest phase of the season, during a trip to Mexico for a training camp at the headquarters of the organization, Mazeed went for a walk to get some produce.
After a while, he stumbles upon a store selling fruits but mostly mangoes. While talking to the vendors and owner of the store, they gave him the name of their provider, which turned out to be the biggest mango provider in Mexico, Diazteca Group.
Using Mazeed's own words, "Those mangoes are probably the best in the world; they are sweet but not too much, the skin is vibrant in color but easy to peel... I honestly went overboard on my first order..." (Spending over 5k worth of mangoes and mango products).
Coming back to the training camp with a loading truck, people were a bit puzzled about what happened there. Mazeed only went on a walk and is now returning with a truck? The rookie captain explained to them the interaction and discovery he made. Some laugh at the sight of the new kid being amazed by simple mangoes, but not Divs. He took Mazeed's obsession seriously and made a couple of calls.
Fast forward a couple of weeks after the camp, back in Thailand, Mazeed received a call from Diazteca Group asking if they could chat for a bit. The conversation went on for one, two... three hours to end with
- HAHAHAHA I'm glad we had that conversation; people here really love your energy, and you made quite the impression on the locals. Listen, we agree to your deal, Mister Kazmi, but don't forget that we are sponsoring you first and foremost; the idea for a partnership with Tenochitlan is a byproduct of this very conversation. So it is not guaranteed that something of that sort will happen. We'll keep in touch. A la próxima vez.
By the end of the season, Mazeed al-Kazmi was sponsored by Diazteca Group as a provider of healthy mango products for athletes. Tenochitlan made another contract with them so they received a bigger amount of product to suffice the rest of the teams.
People thought it was just a rumor started in the S22 draft that Captain al-Kazmi was slicing and sharing mango slices with the rest of the players during halftime. What came from a rumor had a bigger story behind it.
Always fresh, always Diazteca!
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Approved - Mangos are delicious! Nice sponsorship
RE: #3 Media Day - Jubka - 2025-08-25
CPT2
Juozas Kupinas finished his training and looked at his phone. He got a bit confused with what he saw. "We want you to be the face of our campaign!" It was an email from a travel agency from his home country, Lithuania.
It wasn't the money that was mentioned in the email that shocked him. It was the fact that he was not only just a player of a South African football club anymore. He was also becoming a symbol for football back at home!
Juozas recalled that a few weeks after FC Kaapstad won the trophy, the media back home suddenly started sharing clips of his goals on social media. He also noticed kids in Vilnius, Kaunas, and Utena wearing Kupinas shirts while playing football during their school breaks. The increased interest in the sport in Lithuania was unreal to him and made him very proud.
Now, this sponsorship was the proof that this was not just some hype. The agency saw in Juozas the ideal person. A passionate footballer who moved across the world to follow his dream. He shows people what's possible when you step beyond borders!
As he signed the deal, he felt the pressure of defending the title and the weight of people watching him from half a world away. But he also felt happy when thinking of Lithuania, a place that never expected to have its own first football hero! While he was not the first Lithuanian player in the SSL, he seems to be the first one to actually break through and he's looking like a promising player for the major league in a few seasons!
The sponsorship is just a contract, but to Juozas it is bigger than that. For the first time he felt like he was not just chasing a dream, but also carrying a movement for the popularity of the league and the sport in his country. His wish is to see many more Lithuanian players make it to the SSL.
Approved - Looking forward to seeing more Lithuanian players make impacts!
RE: #3 Media Day - ThePope - 2025-08-26
[Career Task 2] 335 words
From Vatican City to the SSL: Apostle Becomes Face of Divine Hydration
Peter Apostle, starting CDM for Krung Thep, has announced a new exclusive partnership with Divine Hydration, the newest competitor in the global sports drink market. The brand, founded by former doctor Pope Benedict XVI, has been searching for an ambassador who could uniquely represent both athletic excellence and Vatican roots. With only a handful of athletes in the world who hold Vatican citizenship, choosing Peter Apostle—an emerging talent who embodies grit, inspiration, and a touch of divine favor—was an easy decision.
Divine Hydration has quickly grown into a challenger brand aiming to compete with giants such as Gatorade and Powerade. Once available only in Vatican City and select parts of Rome, the brand is now preparing for global expansion. This partnership with Apostle will help drive that growth, beginning with distribution in Thailand and Mexico—markets tied directly to Apostle’s presence with Krung Thep and his connection to parent club Tenochtitlan.
When asked by L’Osservatore Romano why he chose this partnership, Apostle explained:
“For me, it’s about more than just a drink—it’s about what it represents. Divine Hydration isn’t just pushing performance, it’s built around purpose and balance, and that really spoke to me. Coming from the Vatican, I’ve always felt that giving back and carrying your values onto the pitch matters just as much as winning. This partnership feels like the perfect fit, because I know I’m representing something bigger than myself every time I take a sip.”
As part of the agreement, Divine Hydration has also committed to match Apostle’s $500,000 donation to Doctors Without Borders. On this initiative, Peter commented:
“It just felt right to use this blessing I’ve been given to help those in need throughout the world. I’m glad Divine Hydration agreed with my idea and were eager to match my donation.”
This landmark deal not only elevates Divine Hydration onto the global stage but also reinforces Peter Apostle’s image as more than just an athlete—he is a symbol of purpose-driven performance. Whether this partnership eventually extends to Krung Thep or Tenochtitlan remains to be seen, but for now, both player and brand appear set to reach new heights together.
@ThePope I am denying this as it is coming back very high in AI percentage.
RE: #3 Media Day - GHamss - 2025-08-28
https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=423&pid=82737#pid82737
If there is one thing everyone knows about Snor Lax, it’s that he loves food. More than anything else! It didn’t take long for various food companies and businesses to line up and reach out to the Rova Mpanjaka to set up various sponsorships. The Titan who towers over the field in his goal always has one thing in mind. Food. Lax enjoys all potential sponsors, but his favorites are those that sponsor food. Money is one thing but food is on another level.
Many companies were quick to offer photography sessions and commercial spots for the towering goalkeeper as long as it showed him feasting on their delicious (or occasionally not so delicious) food items. One particular company rose above the rest and brought Snor Lax on as a part time franchise owner. Vary Vibes, a restaurant chain that serves rice bowls has had Snor Lax on billboards, commercials and have added him to some of their packaging. They even started a sticker campaign that included look-a-like stickers to the SSL official stickers.
Stemming from his childhood, Snor Lax loves rice. Luckily for him, this is a staple of the Madagascar cuisine so it made complete sense to team up with Vary Vibes. But teaming up with the chain wasn’t enough. To promote the new partnership, the restaurant introduced a new and somewhat unusual (for Madagascar) bowl. The Lax Bowl. A delicious rice bowl that utilized sushi, a Japanese cuisine, to pay homage to Lax’s home country. Snor Lax’s favorite part about this bowl is that it is truly delicious! During taping of the commercials, the company had to scramble to make additional bowls because Lax ate so many!
The Rova team gets free Lax bowls at each home game but many of Snor Lax’s teammates aren’t the biggest sushi fans. When his teammates turn away the bowl. Lax is more than happy to eat their portion as well!
Approved - No surprise on Snor Lax's sponsor being food!
RE: #3 Media Day - ThePope - 2025-09-09
CPT 2
From the Vatican to the SSL: Apostle Becomes the Face of Divine Hydration
Starting CDM for Krung Thep, Peter Apostle, has announced a new exclusive partnership with Divine Hydration, the newest competitor in the global sports drink market. The Brand, founded by the former doctor for Pope Benedict XVI, has been searching for a brand ambassador who could represent both athletic excellence and Vatican roots. An athlete who embodies the grit, inspiration and divine favor they were looking for. And who better represents that than their own Peter Apostle.
Divine Hydration has quickly grown into an underground challenger brand aiming to compete with the giants of the industry in Gatorade and Powerade. Formally only found within the Vatican and select parts of Rome, this partnership has seen Divine Hydration looking to expand worldwide, starting with entering the markets of Thailand, Mexico and Italy. The brand hoped to capitalize on Apostles presence within those nations.
When asked by a reporter from L’Osservatore Romano on why he decided on this partnership, Peter had this to say. “For me, it’s about more than just a sports drink, It’s about what it represents. Divine Hydration isn’t just pushing performance, it's built around purpose and balance, and that truly spoke to me. Coming from the Vatican, I've always felt that giving back and carrying your values onto the pitch matters just as much as winning. This partnership just felt like the perfect fit, because I know I'm part of something bigger than myself every time I take a sip.”
As part of this deal, Divine Hydration has also pledged to match a $500,000 donation made by Apostle to Doctors Without Borders. About this, Peter commented: “It just felt right to be able to use this blessing to help those in need throughout the world from Mexico to Italy or from Gaza to Thailand. I’m glad that Divine Hydration agrees with my values and was eager to match my donation.”
This deal helps not only elevate Divine Hydration onto the global stage but it also reinforces Apostle’s image as more than an athlete, a symbol of purpose-driven performance. It remains to be seen whether this partnership will extend to Krung Thep or Tenochtitlan, but as of now, both Apostle and Divine Hydration appear set to reach new heights together.
Approved - Loving Divine Hydration that's a great name for your players sponsor!