By Kay Noel
Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer Tems has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer (MLS) club San Diego FC, alongside esteemed partners including actress Issa Rae, baseball star Manny Machado, and footballer Juan Mata.
As the latest expansion franchise in America’s top-flight league, San Diego FC is set to kick off its inaugural MLS season this month against reigning champions LA Galaxy. Despite being newcomers, the club is already making a splash, thanks in part to its high-profile ownership group.
Tems and Rae have partnered with Pave Investments, the African private investment firm behind NBA Africa, to join San Diego FC’s ownership group. This move reflects the growing trend of celebrity ownership in football, with stars like LeBron James and Ed Sheeran investing in clubs.
San Diego FC’s ownership group is a testament to this phenomenon, boasting an impressive array of A-list talent. With its executive suite already adorned with Grammys and World Cup wins, the club seems poised for success. As more stars bring their business acumen to the pitch, the future of football ownership looks brighter than ever.
