Crusaders FC has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation and digital transformation by extending its long-term partnership with leading ticketing provider Future Ticketing.
Since first teaming up in 2020, the North Belfast club has embraced a fully cashless model at Seaview Stadium implementing Clover EPOS systems, RFID smart card technology, and a bespoke Ticket Store app. These tools now allow supporters to purchase match tickets, food, and beverages seamlessly, all within one digital platform.
The collaboration has empowered Crusaders to expand its operations beyond football, streamlining ticketing for hospitality, corporate events, and live entertainment.
Future Ticketing has played a pivotal role in this evolution, providing the infrastructure and expertise to modernise the club’s systems and meet the needs of today’s supporters.
Crusaders General Manager Bernard Thompson said: “When we chose Future Ticketing, we were looking for a partner that could grow with us and that’s exactly what we’ve found. As technology evolves, so must we, and Future Ticketing’s solutions allow us to meet that challenge head-on. Their platform supports every aspect of our operation, from football, increased spend per head, to concerts and beyond.”
Thompson added: “We are delighted to sign a new long-term deal with Future Ticketing. Our partnership has been a tremendous success, with Future Ticketing working closely with us and integrating seamlessly with our other partners to meet the needs of our business. We are currently undertaking further developments aimed at enhancing the spectator experience at Seaview Stadium.”
Paul Leavy, Client Success Manager, Future Ticketing said: “Crusaders has always been a club that embraces progress. From improving the matchday experience to enabling broader event management, it’s been a pleasure to support their journey. This renewed agreement is a strong endorsement of our partnership, and we’re excited to continue working together to deliver even greater results.”
Founded in 1898, Crusaders FC is one of Northern Ireland’s most established football clubs, with 28 senior trophies and a strong foundation across men’s, women’s, and youth teams. The extended partnership with Future Ticketing reflects a shared vision for growth, fan engagement, and continued excellence on and off the field.
Note to Editors
Clover EPOS is a point of sale payment processing solution. With the Future Ticketing Ticket Store App, the functionality of the Future Ticketing dashboard can be accessed through Clover. RFID is the contactless technology used when making card payments.
About Future Ticketing
Established by Liam Holton and Mark Cotter in 2015, Future Ticketing is a global provider of cloud ticketing and sales enabling software. Its modern digital solutions have been adopted across multiple leisure sectors including football, horse racing, rugby, cricket and other sports, major outdoor shows, tourist attractions and the live entertainment market. Future Ticketing is firmly established as the premier ticket solutions provider for football clubs on the island of Ireland, with progressive partners in the the Northern Ireland Football League and the SSE Airtricity League. Football clubs in England and Scotland have also joined the Future Ticketing family. With offices in Tullamore, Co Offaly, Ireland, and Manchester, UK, Future Ticketing's continued focus on product development and innovation places it at the forefront of Ireland's rapidly developing tech sector.
More information on www.futureticketing.com