“Angel City poised to be world’s most valuable women’s team”, “Angel City FC, based in Los Angeles, is on track to become the world’s most valuable professional women’s sports team following a significant ownership deal with Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife Willow Bay. The agreement marks a landmark moment for women’s sports, highlighting Angel City’s rising prominence and financial backing from prominent industry leaders.”
“Bob Iger and USC Annenberg dean Willow Bay to acquire control of Angel City from Alexis Ohanian, setting club’s value at $250 million.”
“Bob Iger and USC Annenberg dean Willow Bay to acquire control of Angel City from Alexis Ohanian, setting club’s value at $250 million, surpassing San Diego Wave’s record-breaking $120 million sale in March for a National Women’s Soccer League team.”
The sale, which is pending league approval, will see Iger and Bay invest more than $50 million.
“ACFC Board: Iger and Bay are ideal leaders for our future, committed to enhancing our position in women’s sports and advancing equity for athletes and women-founded businesses.”
“Willow Bay to oversee ACFC board with full control, joined by Ohanian, Natalie Portman, Julie Uhrman, and Gillian Berry, who co-founded the club in 2020.”
Angel City also have numerous smaller investors including retired athletes Billie Jean King, Abby Wambach and Lindsey Vonn and actresses Jennifer Garner and Eva Longoria.
Angel City have amassed an impressive list of commercial partners and season-ticket holders and have played in packed stadiums since their debut season in 2022.
The team play their home games at BMO Stadium, which is also home to Major League Soccer men’s team Los Angeles FC.
