AS1 Sports have announced on LinkedIn that they are joining forces with MORE THAN SPORT in Austria, describing it as a step to expand their international presence and strengthen support for athletes beyond borders. The message is framed as “more than a partnership” and points to a shared long-term project rather than a short-term commercial tie-up.
“One vision. Stronger together” – AS1 make Austria move official
Why Austria matters for AS1’s international plan
AS1 Sports has been positioning itself as a multi-market platform with a strong European footprint. Adding an Austria-based partner strengthens AS1’s reach in Central Europe, where academy pipelines and cross-border moves to Germany, Italy, and the wider EU remain key routes for emerging talent.
Who are “More Than Sport” in Austria?
More Than Sport GmbH is an Austria-based football agency and athlete-services group that positions itself around long-term, high-touch player support on and off the pitch, including career planning and wider athlete management.
Key people include Frank Schreier (Owner and FIFA-licensed agent) and Josef Bachleitner (Executive Director overseeing day-to-day operations and club relations).
Who is AS1 Sports and who leads it?
AS1 Sports is led by Ignacio Aguillo (Founder & CEO), with a background spanning investment banking and sports leadership. AS1 has also built a high-level football roster globally and continues to expand its operational footprint.
What this partnership could change for players
This kind of network tie-up typically aims to deliver three practical advantages:
- More pathways for players from Austria/Central Europe into bigger leagues.
- Stronger off-pitch services across borders (relocation, commercial, wellbeing).
- More consistent representation from early development stages to senior career management
