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Chiefs to partner IMG

American football team, The Kansas City Chiefs, has entered into a partnership with global sports and entertainment company, IMG, to find a sponsor for naming rights to its Arrowhead Stadium.

Under the partnership, Gary Pluchino, senior vice president of IMG, will oversee the naming rights project from their New York branch. IMG will also manage a Kansas City-based sales and marketing team, which will work full time with the Chief's organisation.

Pluchin, said: "We are delighted that a world-class organisation like the Chiefs has decided to align itself with IMG and our local and national sales capabilities. With a renovated Arrowhead Stadium that will enhance the experience for fans and offer more brand interaction for marketers, we look forward to helping the Chiefs secure a naming rights partner and maximise the commercial rights of this legendary stadium and franchise".

The stadium, which was constructed in 1972 is in the midst of a three-year $375 million renovation project, which is due to be completed in 2010 and remains the third largest stadium in the National Football League (NFL).