"I'm proud and honored to partner with my friend @alexisohanian, joining the ownership group of @chelseafcw, a historic club built on passion, excellence, and a winning culture,"
"Chelsea's history speaks for itself, and I'm excited to contribute to the future by supporting continued growth and impact in women's sport. This is about ambition, legacy, and pushing the game to new heights. Up the Chels!"
"Welcome home my friend!"
Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the ownership group of Chelsea FC Women alongside Alexis Ohanian. Antetokounmpo is Greek-Nigerian and plays for the Milwaukee Bucks as a power forward/center. He announced the investment on social media and expressed pride in partnering with Ohanian to support growth and impact in women's sport. Ohanian responded by posting a photograph of a young Antetokounmpo at Stamford Bridge and welcoming him. Chelsea have won six consecutive WSL titles but trail Manchester City by 12 points with eight matches remaining. Other U.S.-based celebrities who have invested in British football include Tom Brady, Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant.
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