Leeds FC & GATEWATCHER

Customer story:
The Integration of Network Detection and Response (NDR) at Leeds FC

Discover the testimony of Leeds United Football Club, a major player in the world of professional sports, who tackled cybersecurity challenges using Gatewatcher’s NDR technology. Learn how they enhanced their network visibility, secured critical operations during high-visibility events, and strengthened their overall cyber resilience.

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How Leeds United FC Secured Its Network

“The NDR solution can be deployed either on-premises – ideal for highly regulated or sensitive environments – or in the cloud to suit operational needs.”

Discover the testimony of Graham Peck

Challenges

With thousands of fans, complex infrastructure, and high-visibility events, Leeds United FC faced rising cybersecurity risks. The club needed to secure real-time operations, protect sensitive data, and manage exposure during peak activity.

Solutions

By deploying Gatewatcher’s NDR solution, Leeds United FC gained visibility across its segmented network, monitored matchday and administrative traffic in real time, and integrated detection seamlessly into its existing security stack.

Results

Gatewatcher’s NDR allowed Leeds United FC to reduce alert fatigue, detect threats faster, and secure operations without disrupting stadium services or fan experience – even during major events.

KEY BENEFITS OF GATEWATCHER’S NDR

Full Visibility

Monitors all network zones in real time – from stadiums to online platforms.

Event Resilience

Protects against threats during matchdays and live broadcasts by tracking every device and managing exposure surges.

Smart Detection

Spots stealthy attacks in payment, ticketing, and media systems.

Unified Response

Correlates alerts across IT, OT, and operational systems for faster threat mitigation.

No Disruption

Ensures security without impacting performance, even during high-traffic, high-stakes events.

GATEWATCHER & Leeds FC

Leeds FC

For us, the priority was finding a solution that delivered real value. While some clubs turned to established vendors, we saw in Gatewatcher an emerging leader with strong capabilities.

Graham PECK

Information Security Manager and DPO at Leeds United Football Club

Leeds FC

When deploying NDR, our priority was ensuring visibility across both environments without adding complexity. Gatewatcher allowed us to monitor traffic centrally without interfering with daily operations.

Graham PECK

Information Security Manager and DPO at Leeds United Football Club

Leeds FC

Success wasn’t just about detecting threats—it was about doing so efficiently and without disrupting daily operations. By reducing unnecessary alerts and fine-tuning detection capabilities, we ensured that security teams focused only on genuine risks while keeping the club’s network secure and responsive.

Graham PECK

Information Security Manager and DPO at Leeds United Football Club