PLAYBACK has been named the winner of the Paris Saint-Germain Lab Pitch Competition at Web Summit Qatar 2026 - earning a coveted Golden Ticket to PSG’s next Selection Day.

The PSG Lab Pitch Competition brings together innovative sports technology startups from around the world, with Paris Saint-Germain selecting the most promising ventures to advance into its accelerator ecosystem. PLAYBACK was chosen from a competitive field of entrants for its unique B2B2C model that partners with leading equipment providers to deliver professional-grade sports technology to grassroots and youth football.

“Winning the PSG Lab Pitch Competition is a huge validation of what we’re building at PLAYBACK,” said Karim Fawaz, Founder & CEO of PLAYBACK.

“Paris Saint-Germain is one of the most forward-thinking clubs in football when it comes to technology and innovation. Being awarded the Golden Ticket to Selection Day opens the door to a partnership that aligns perfectly with our mission - bringing elite-level tools to the next generation of players.”

The win at Web Summit Qatar adds to PLAYBACK’s growing roster of partnerships with major football institutions.

PLAYBACK’s presence at Web Summit Qatar 2026 extended beyond the pitch competition, with the company also exhibiting at the event to showcase its platform to the global sports technology community.