Albion and Foundation nominated for a host of awards at the Global Football Industry Awards

Main Club Sponsor

TICKETS

SHOP

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, the Foundation, Tony Bloom and Paul Barber have all been nominated.

2026-07-07T10:45+01:00

BHAFC have been nominated for a host of awards at the Global Football Industry Awards 2026.

Brighton & Hove Albion and the Albion Foundation has been nominated for a host of awards at the 2026 Global Football Industry Awards.

The club has been nominated for the ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion’ award. This category shines a spotlight on those organisations that are breaking down barriers and opening doors for underrepresented voices, recognising those who are leading the way in creating a more equal and diverse industry.

Club chairman Tony Bloom has been nominated for the ‘Football Business Trailblazer’ award which highlights those individuals in a corporate leadership role who have used their platform to invest in and elevate the game.

It shines a light on individuals who have helped drive its long-term growth both on and off the pitch.

Chief executive and deputy chairman Paul Barber has been nominated for the 'Off the Pitch' award which celebrates individuals whose influence extends beyond just football.

It recognises leadership, innovation and those key figures who have made a positive and lasting contribution to the sport.

The Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation has also been nominated in the ‘Outstanding Community Impact by a Football Club.’ This award honours football clubs who have used their reach to inspire, support and strengthen the communities they serve.

It recognises the charitable initiatives and community work that has left a lasting impact well beyond the pitch.

Founded by players and industry leaders, the Global Football Industry Awards exists to celebrate the often-overlooked heroes driving the game’s success behind the scenes.

Judged by a panel of experts, the awards acknowledge those whose vision, dedication, and leadership ensure football’s evolution remains inclusive, sustainable, and globally accessible.

The winners at the Global Football Industry Awards will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 5 November 2026 in London, hosted by Jamie Carragher and Peter Crouch.