In this new era of sporting evolution, the collaboration between Montevideo City Torque and Sports Data Campus stands out as an innovative opportunity and a benchmark in the digital transformation of the football industry.
This strategic agreement with the Uruguayan club, a member of City Football Group, represents a complementary solution for the professional working structure, strengthening decision-making processes across the different areas of the South American organisation.
Montevideo City Torque and Sports Data Campus back innovation in advanced data analytics and technology
For its part, Sports Data Campus’s Professional Extension Department drives a wide range of projects, from real-time data analysis to the evaluation of individual and collective performance, as well as advanced game strategies. Our highly qualified professionals, trained in the use of the tools needed to understand player performance and maximise their potential on the pitch, have demonstrated their value in the continuous improvement of the game.
This commitment translates into tangible benefits for sports organisations and football teams around the world.
Its commitment to innovation and excellence has led to successful collaborations with various clubs and national teams worldwide. The alliance with Montevideo City Torque represents a significant step in its vision of transforming football through the use of data.
From our educational institution, we recognise the potential of the Uruguayan club to lead the way in implementing data-driven strategies, and we are excited to work closely with the team to help it achieve its sporting and strategic objectives.
Montevideo City Torque: a success story linked to City Football Group
Since its foundation in 2007 as Club Atlético Torque, Montevideo City Torque has followed a path of continuous growth in Uruguayan football.
However, its acquisition by City Football Group in April 2017 marked a major turning point, placing it alongside globally renowned clubs such as Manchester City and other prominent teams including New York City, Melbourne City, Sichuan Jiuniu, Mumbai City, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Bolívar, Palermo, Yokohama Marinos, and Girona FC, all of which are also part of the group.
From its beginnings in the Segunda División Amateur, City Torque has shown remarkable determination and talent, achieving promotions and notable appearances in prestigious international competitions such as the Copa Sudamericana and the Copa Libertadores.

Collaboration agreement between Montevideo City Torque and Sports Data Campus
Some key aspects of this agreement include:
- Student placements: Sports Data Campus students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in the real world, working with player and match data and helping the club with decision-making.
- Master’s final projects: Montevideo City Torque will be able to propose projects aligned with its lines of work, giving students the opportunity to contribute innovative solutions for the club.
- Masterclasses and collaborative training: Club professionals will be able to deliver masterclasses to show students how work is carried out at Montevideo City Torque, while also opening the door to future collaborative training courses that benefit both parties.
In the words of David Sáez, CEO of Sports Data Campus: “On behalf of the entire Sports Data Campus team, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the professionals at Montevideo City Torque, especially Jorge Raffo, for opening their doors so that our students can develop their talent by carrying out projects for the club.

This agreement not only benefits our students, who gain invaluable experience, but also strengthens our institutions through an alliance based on mutual respect and shared growth.”

This collaboration agreement represents an important step towards the future of football, where data and technology come together to drive sporting performance. Montevideo City Torque will be able to make the most of this partnership, setting new standards in South American football. With the door open to future synergies, this agreement promises a future full of opportunities and possibilities for both parties.

Statement in Spanish: https://sportsdatacampus.com/montevideo-city-torque-sports-data-campus-datos-tecnologia/