Play Time Ventures

Play Time Ventures, launched in 2023 by football legend Lionel Messi and Razmig Hovaghimian, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investments at the intersection of sports and technology. Based in San Francisco, the firm targets early-stage startups that innovate within the global sports ecosystem, particularly in areas like media, AI-driven technology, and fan engagement. Play Time Ventures aims to capitalize on the massive global fanbase of sports, especially football, and leverages Messi's global influence to support companies that enhance the fan experience. Some notable investments include Matchday, a gaming platform catering to football fans, and AC Momento, which operates a marketplace for football memorabilia. The firm also backs companies that utilize advanced technology, such as SuperAnnotate, which is focused on AI data management. With its strategic positioning at the intersection of sports, tech, and entertainment, Play Time is creating a niche for itself in shaping the future of digital fan engagement while backing founders who are driving change in sports-tech.