Parma, September 11, 2026 – Parma Esports is gearing up for a new season, expanding its presence in the gaming world. Created to bring Parma Calcio into a constantly evolving industry, Parma Esports develops content, entertainment, events and competitive activities centred around video games, with the aim of engaging with a younger audience and building an ever-growing community around the Club.
In recent years, the project has established a strong presence, particularly through its digital content. Last season, Parma Esports’ Instagram and TikTok channels generated more than 22 million organic impressions through over 1,000 pieces of content. This growth has also been driven by the project’s multigaming approach, which combines football simulators with titles from different genres and communities, broadening its connection with younger generations.
The cross-platform community now exceeds 120,000 users, making it one of the largest in Italy and Europe among esports projects associated with a football club.
PARMA ESPORTS ENTERS CLASH ROYALE
The main new development this season is Parma Esports’ entry into the world of Clash Royale, one of the most popular and widely played mobile titles among younger audiences.
Representing Parma Esports on Clash Royale will be Davide “DavideRooney” Barone, who joins the Club’s roster as a Content Creator & Pro Player. His arrival opens up new opportunities for the project, with the aim of bringing Parma Esports further into the world of mobile gaming through content, live tournaments and challenges open to the community.
PARTNERSHIP RENEWED WITH REPLY TOTEM
As part of this continued development, Parma Esports has also renewed its partnership with Reply Totem, which has been alongside the Club since the 2024/25 season. The agreement will continue for a further two seasons, ensuring the continuity of a collaboration that has supported the project’s growth in recent years.
The renewal strengthens a partnership built around the development of Parma Esports and a shared commitment to continuing to invest in its different areas, from digital content and entertainment to competitive gaming.
THE NEW ROSTER
Parma Esports’ new roster, unveiled during “Andiamo al Parma” alongside the Club’s other teams, features two new additions: Andrea “Montaxer” Montanini, an EA FC 27 Pro Player, who won the 2026 ePremier of Malta and the 2024 eLigue 1, as well as finishing in the top five at the 2023 World Championship; and Davide “DavideRooney” Barone, a Clash Royale Content Creator & Pro Player.
Four players remain with the team: Giulia “Giuliax7” Ratto and Federico “Giardo” Giardini, respectively an EA FC 27 Pro Player and Content Creator, and Francesco “Kallari” De Sabato, a Fortnite Content Creator.
Efisio “Efy” Sanneris will once again lead the EA FC 27 competitive team as coach.
With the addition of Clash Royale and the renewal of its partnership with Reply Totem, Parma Esports is ready to embark on a new season, continuing to develop its multigaming approach with the aim of growing its community and creating new opportunities for the Club to connect with the gaming audience.
