Corpay Cross-Border, a division of global corporate payments leader Corpay, Inc., has announced an agreement with Sunderland AFC to become the club’s Official Foreign Exchange (FX) Partner.
Through this partnership, Sunderland AFC will utilize Corpay Cross-Border’s solutions to mitigate foreign exchange exposure arising from its daily business operations. The collaboration also grants Sunderland AFC access to Corpay Cross-Border’s platform for managing global payments from a unified access point.
This partnership is part of a broader engagement between Corpay and Bia Sports Group, aiming to identify mutual opportunities and efficiencies across Bia Sports Group’s expanding portfolio of companies.
Brad Loder, Chief Marketing Officer for Corpay Cross-Border Solutions, commented, “This partnership further strengthens Corpay’s position as the corporate payments and currency risk management company of choice within the Premier League, and we look forward to working with Sunderland as their Official FX Partner during the coming season and beyond.” Loder also extended congratulations to Sunderland AFC on their promotion to the Premier League for the upcoming 2025/26 season.
Ashley Peden, Sunderland’s Chief Commercial Officer, stated, “We are excited to work alongside Corpay’s team as we continue to enhance our off-the-field operation. This partnership will enable us to expand our global partnership portfolio as we move into the upcoming Premier League season.”
Corpay, Inc. (NYSE: CPAY) is an S&P500 corporate payments company that provides solutions for businesses and consumers to manage expenses efficiently. Its payment solutions assist customers with vehicle-related expenses, travel expenses, and payables, aiming to save time and reduce costs. Corpay Cross-Border specifically refers to a group of legal entities operated by Corpay, Inc., focusing on international payment services.
Founded in 1879, Sunderland AFC is a historic English football club, a six-time champion of England and two-time FA Cup winner. The club is set to compete in the Premier League, with a global presence and a focus on fan engagement.
Bia Sports Group invests in both emerging and established sports opportunities, seeking to generate growth through its platform, drive business outcomes, realize synergies, and develop new fan experiences. The group was established by investors Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and Juan Sartori.
