CELEBRITIES WHO OWN FOOTBALL CLUBS IN 2025: A LIST OF FAMOUS FACES IN THE BEAUTIFUL GAME
Football and celebrity culture have long been intertwined, with many famous faces attending matches, sponsoring teams, and even owning clubs outright. Here, we take a look at some of the celebrities who have taken the plunge and invested in football clubs.
LeBron James: Liverpool FC
NBA superstar LeBron James owns a 2% stake in Liverpool FC, which he acquired in 2011 through Fenway Sports Group (FSG). James has been a longtime fan of the Reds and has been spotted attending matches at Anfield.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney: Wrexham AFC
Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made headlines in 2021 when they purchased Wrexham AFC, a Welsh football club. The duo has been instrumental in transforming the club’s fortunes, investing in new facilities and staff.
Elton John: Watford FC
Music legend Elton John has been the chairman of Watford FC since 1973 and has played a significant role in the club’s history. John has been a lifelong fan of the Hornets and has been instrumental in promoting the club’s brand.
David Beckham: Inter Miami and Salford City
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid star David Beckham co-owns Inter Miami, an MLS team, and has also invested in Salford City. Beckham has been a longtime advocate for football in the United States and has played a key role in promoting the sport.
Will Ferrell: Los Angeles FC
Comedian Will Ferrell owns a stake in Los Angeles FC (LAFC), an MLS team. Ferrell has been involved in various promotional activities for the club and has even appeared in a few of their commercials.
Natalie Portman: Angel City FC
Actress Natalie Portman is a co-owner of Angel City FC, a women’s football team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Portman has been a longtime advocate for women’s football and has played a key role in promoting the team.
Michael B. Jordan: AFC Bournemouth
Actor Michael B. Jordan co-owns AFC Bournemouth, a Premier League club. Jordan has been involved in promoting the team and has even appeared at a few of their matches.
Russell Wilson and Ciara: Seattle Sounders
NFL quarterback Russell Wilson and his wife, Grammy-winning singer Ciara, co-own the Seattle Sounders, an MLS team. The couple has been involved in various promotional activities for the club and has even appeared at a few of their matches.
Macklemore: Seattle Sounders
Rapper Macklemore is also a co-owner of the Seattle Sounders. Macklemore has been a longtime fan of the team and has even performed at a few of their matches.
Drake: AC Milan
Rapper Drake owns a stake in AC Milan, an Italian football club. Drake has been a longtime fan of the Rossoneri and has even been spotted attending a few of their matches.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Real Valladolid
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo co-owns Real Valladolid, a Spanish football club. Ronaldo has been involved in promoting the team and has even appeared at a few of their matches.
In conclusion, these celebrities have taken their passion for football to the next level by investing in clubs. While some have been more involved than others, they all share a common goal: to promote the beautiful game and bring success to their respective teams.
