ESET will strengthen AFC Bournemouth’s defences for another Premier League season.
AFC Bournemouth is among the many clubs expanding its digital footprint to enhance the experiences of both fans and players.
Recognising the risks associated with digital expansion, the club has leveraged the cybersecurity expertise of ESET.
ESET brings significant industry experience, including its role as IT security partner of Borussia Dortmund.
AFC Bournemouth will utilise ESET’s ‘PROTECT Elite’ package with ‘Detection and Response Ultimate’ services for 350 devices, ensuring the safety of players, fans and the club’s multi-million-pound new training ground.
Armed with ESET’s threat intelligence team and innovative technology, the club will benefit from ‘proactive 24/7 expert-led threat hunting and response.
This partnership is an extension of an already established five-year relationship between ESET and AFC Bournemouth.
Stefan du Plooy, Head of IT at AFC Bournemouth, said: “AFC Bournemouth is at a very exciting point in its history.
“This season is going to represent a new era for the club as years of investment pay off and we open our brand-new training ground.
“Working alongside expert partners like ESET to ensure these investments are kept secure is crucial, not only for the club but our players and fans on an individual level too.
“We are thrilled to be strengthening our relationship with ESET by deploying its innovative technology and working alongside its team of cybersecurity experts.”
