Guild Esports Plans London Stock Exchange IPO Backed by David Beckham

Guild Esports, an esports venture co-owned by football icon David Beckham, has revealed intentions to list on the main market of the London Stock Exchange. With the backing of Zeus Capital, the company plans to use the capital raised to invest in its operations and expand into various esports disciplines throughout the 2020-21 season. Guild aims to field teams in competitions such as FIFA, Rocket League, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Fortnite, with initial players expected to start competing this autumn. A team from Zeus Capital, including John Goold, Benjamin Robertson, Jamie Peel, and Richard Darlington, will serve as the joint broker and joint bookrunner for the listing. Established in June, Guild Esports seeks to assemble top talents and brands within the esports sector. The organization offers coaching to players and assists them in developing skills necessary for success in professional competitions. Additionally, Guild plans to establish a scouting network to discover promising new talent ahead of player participation in tournaments. Besides Beckham's involvement, Carleton Curtis has been appointed as the executive chairman. Curtis is known for his role in creating the Overwatch League and Call of Duty leagues.