The L.A.-based NWSL team is now valued at $250 million.
Angel City FC became the world’s highest-valued women’s sports team after Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife, Willow Bay, purchased a controlling stake in the National Women’s Soccer League franchise,In a historic moment for women’s sports, the landmark sale will value the Los Angeles-based club at a record-breaking $250 million, more than double the previous NWSL record of $120 million for the sale of the San Diego Wave in March.
“ACFC and these incredible athletes have already had a tremendous impact on the NWSL, women’s soccer, and the Los Angeles community,” Bay said in a statement. “With this investment of resources and capital, we hope to accelerate the growth of the Club and the NWSL.”
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