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sports2 years ago

Michele Kang expands soccer empire with London City Lionesses acquisition

Michele Kang, owner of Lyon and the Washington Spirit, has acquired London City Lionesses FC, an independent club in the FA Women's Championship, as part of her vision to build a global multi-club organization. Kang aims to promote the Lionesses to the Women's Super League (WSL) and establish them as a top team. The acquisition aligns with Kang's strategy of investing in women's football and expanding her organization's reach. She plans to add more teams in Asia, Europe, South America, Mexico, and Africa in the future. The Lionesses will retain their branding and identity, similar to Lyon and the Spirit.

via The Athletic|
#club-acquisition#global-expansion#london-city-lionesses
sports2 years ago

Michele Kang Expands Global Empire with London City Lionesses Acquisition

Michele Kang, owner of the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League, has acquired the London City Lionesses in English soccer's second division. The deal is part of Kang's mission to create a level playing field between men and women in football and build the "preeminent female sports organization in the world." The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Kang aims to inspire young female athletes and help the club and players reach their highest potential. The acquisition comes as the Women's Super League and Championship transition into a new governance structure, with each professional club acting as shareholders.

via ESPN|
#london-city-lionesses#michele-kang#ownership-acquisition
sports2 years ago

Michele Kang expands soccer empire with London City Lionesses acquisition

Michele Kang, owner of Lyon and the Washington Spirit, has acquired London City Lionesses FC, an independent club in the FA Women's Championship, as part of her vision to build a global multi-club organization. Kang aims to promote the Lionesses to the Women's Super League (WSL) and establish them as a top team. The acquisition aligns with Kang's strategy of investing in women's football and expanding her organization's reach. She plans to add more teams in Asia, Europe, South America, Mexico, and Africa in the future. The move comes as the top divisions in England transition to an independent structure under NewCo.

via The Athletic|
#club-acquisition#global-expansion#london-city-lionesses