Football legend Ronaldo invests in League of Legends team
That’s right, we’re talking about the Brazilian phenomenon who led the national team to win World Cup 2002. Apparently, Ronaldo de Lima will be participating in a different field this time.
Confirmed in a statement on his Facebook page, the football legend has acquired 50% of the team together with poker player Andre Akkari. Shortly before, CNB announced the news with a video on their own Facebook account.
Founders Cleber “Fuzi” Fonseca, Carlos “Furia” Junior and shareholder Igor Federal will retain the other half.
“Time for a hobby, Blumers! Today begins the 1st stage of the Brazilian Championship League of Legends (cblol), and it is with great pride that I become partner CNB eSports Club ! Me and Andre Akkari will invest in the team and accompany this phenomenon are the esports internet, with more than 70 million viewers worldwide. To get an idea of the size of this market, in 2015, video games moved more than US $ 610 million in investments, sponsorships, recognitions and remuneration of the players. #Fenômenoblumer # blumer9”
Currently represented on League of Legends and competing in the Brazilian League of Legends circuit, or CBLoL, CNB e-Sports Club started competitive life on Counter Strike 15 years ago.
