Cape Town Spurs F.C. and Kappa Forge Long-Term Partnership, Kitting the Future of South African Football

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – Wednesday 5th November 2025 – Cape Town Spurs Football Club, the renowned South African club with a deep commitment to youth development, today announced a significant long-term technical partnership with global sportswear giant, Kappa.

The agreement sees Kappa become the official technical partner for the club, providing high-quality performance apparel for the club’s senior teams and critically, the newly launched Urban Warrior Schools.

This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for both entities, uniting a club focused on forging the next generation of talent with a brand synonymous with football heritage. The partnership is designed to be a cornerstone of the club’s new strategic direction, providing a unified, professional look from the grassroots level all the way to the senior squad.

The synergy between Cape Town Spurs and Kappa is rooted in a shared philosophy of authenticity and community connection. Kappa, with its iconic “ Omini ” logo and rich history of kitting legendary European clubs, brings a blend of classic football style and cutting-edge sportswear technology.

This heritage includes a profound connection to the growth of the game, notably kitting Spurs during this exciting era that sees the club introducing girls’ football development for the first time.

Cape Town Spurs, affectionately known as the Urban Warriors, embodies the spirit of Cape Town’s vibrant football landscape, with the Urban Warrior School serving as the pipeline for future stars.

Alexi Efstathiou, CEO of Cape Town Spurs FC, elaborated on the significance of the new partnership:

“This partnership with Kappa is a powerful endorsement of the new path Cape Town Spurs has embarked upon. Our brand is evolving, and our model is shifting to place a greater emphasis on sustainable development and forging meaningful, long-term partnerships with well-known, quality brands in South Africa.

Kappa’s commitment to both high-performance sport aligns with the ‘Urban Warrior’ identity we are building—a brand that is both elite on the pitch and connected to the community off it. Kitting our senior teams and the Urban Warrior Schools under one banner is a statement of intent for our future. We will also rebrand and restock our fan store at Ikamva where players, parents and fans can top up on their favourite club apparel.”

A key focus of the deal is the kitting of the Urban Warrior Schools, the club’s initiative to nurture young talent from the earliest stages. By providing the school’s participants with the same quality sportswear worn by the First Team, the partnership aims to instil a sense of pride, professionalism, and belonging from day one.

Ricky Joseph, Head of Kappa South Africa, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration:

“Kappa has always been a brand that champions the beautiful game, from the biggest stages to the local communities where talent is first discovered. Partnering with Cape Town Spurs, a club with such a clear and passionate vision for youth development through the Urban Warrior Schools, is a natural fit for us. We are not just supplying kits; we are investing in the future of South African football. The Urban Warriors’ ambition,

coupled with Kappa’s legacy of quality and style, will undoubtedly create a powerful and successful brand presence both on and off the field.”