Award-winning Grammy singer Tems has officially become a co-owner of Major League Soccer (MLS) side San Diego FC, joining the club’s ownership group as a club partner. This groundbreaking move makes her one of the few African artists to hold ownership stakes in a top-tier football club.
The MLS made the official announcement, confirming that Tems joined the club’s ownership group through her company, The Leading Vibe. This move aligns with her vision of supporting creativity, culture, and young talent, both in Africa and internationally.
Speaking on the development, SDFC chairman Sir Mohamed Mansour expressed his excitement about Tems’ addition to the ownership group, highlighting her global influence and the positive impact she can bring to the club.
“We are delighted that Tems has joined San Diego FC as a club partner,” said Mansour in a statement. “Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us reach new audiences and spread the word about our unique project, which, of course, has its foundations in sub-Saharan Africa through the unique Right to Dream organization.”
Tems, Nigerian singer.
Reacting to her historic inclusion as the latest partner in SDFC’s ownership group, the singer expressed her enthusiasm for the project and her desire to contribute to the club’s mission.
“I am thrilled to join San Diego FC’s ownership group and to be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and the power of community,” Tems said. “Football has a unique way of bringing people together, and I am excited to help build something special in San Diego, a city that thrives on diversity and innovation.”
Tems’ involvement with San Diego FC is also connected to the Right to Dream initiative, a talent development program focused on nurturing young footballers from Africa and beyond. Through her partnership with the club, she aims to support young talent both on and off the field.
I’m so stoked to announce 🚨 that I have officially joined @sandiegofc ownership group as a Club Partner! ⚽
Proud to support SDFC’s @right2dream initiative, empowering young talent on and off the field. Can’t wait for what’s ahead @mls! #SanDiegoFC pic.twitter.com/wh6p7DujrD
— TEMS (@temsbaby) February 12, 2025
This announcement has generated widespread excitement among fans and football enthusiasts, with many praising Tems for making history as a Nigerian artist expanding her influence beyond music into the world of sports business.