Grintafy and Sports Development Company Announce Strategic Partnership to Elevate Football
and Talent Development in Saudi Arabia
Grintafy, the largest football talent discovery platform in the Middle East, has announced a new
strategic partnership with Sports Development Company (SDC), a leading integrated sports agency in
Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aims to drive impactful sports marketing, sponsorship activation,
and digital platform engagement to advance football talent development and community sports across
the Kingdom.
The partnership framework outlines joint initiatives in attracting, securing, and managing
sponsorships for both digital and on-ground Grintafy events, delivering unique experiential
solutions for partner clubs, and launching grassroots programs that align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision
2030 ambitions.
Grintafy’s Managing Director, Eng. Hassan Alrefaei, expressed his pride in the partnership with the
Sports Development Company (SDC). This partnership represents a strategic step to enhance players
experience on our platform by offering innovative programs that combine technology with hands-on
field experiences. At Grintafy, we are always committed to empowering players and delivering real
value to the sports community, and this partnership opens new horizons to achieve that.
Mohammed Al-Qusairi, SDC’s official spokesperson, said, At SDC, our mission goes beyond
sponsorships; we aim to build lasting partnerships that inspire, engage, and create meaningful
impact. Our work with Grintafy reflects our commitment to nurturing both the sporting ecosystem and
the communities it serves, paving the way for a brighter future for sports in Saudi Arabia."
About SDC:
Sports Development Company (SDC), also known as Tatweer Sports, is a Saudi sports and entertainment
company with more than 20 years of experience providing services across sports marketing, commercial
partnerships, sports events, and media. SDC takes pride in delivering turnkey solutions that are
engaging and create significant impact for clients, partners, and fans.
As the creators of DUNEUS™, our high-performance sportswear brand, we also design custom team kits,
fan merchandise, and apparel that meet the highest standards. Inspired by Saudi Arabia’s Vision
2030, we are committed to growing the Kingdom’s sports sector, enhancing fan experiences, and
supporting athletes at every level.
About Grintafy:
Founded in 2019, Grintafy is the largest talent discovery platform in the Middle East region.
The platform has registered over 2 million players, with nearly half a billion interactions on
the app. More than 200,000 games and tryouts have been organized, and users have uploaded over
275,000 multimedia files with more than 260 million views. Players have submitted over 800,000
evaluations, posted more than 900,000 game requests, and exchanged over 25 million messages.
Grintafy is dedicated to identifying young talents and providing them with the opportunities,
technology, and exposure necessary to showcase their skills and achieve their dreams. The
platform has partnered with leading local and international clubs and federations to support its
mission, including the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, Serie A, Al-Ittihad FC, Al-Ettifaq FC,
West Ham United F.C, and other clubs across the Middle East and Europe.