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Angel City FC
Angel City FC have parlayed Hollywood star power and venture-capital ambition into one of the most commercially prominent clubs in women's sports, and now the focus turns to translating that off-field dominance into sustained on-pitch competitiveness in a 16-team NWSL.
2022–Present
The Angel City Project
Hollywood ambition meets women's soccer
Angel City FC launched with more fanfare than any NWSL expansion team in history. The ownership group's star power generated global media attention, and the club's community-focused business model - which includes directing a portion of sponsorship revenue to local organizations - set a new template for how sports franchises can engage with their communities. On the pitch, the club has worked to build a competitive squad while establishing its identity in a crowded Los Angeles sports market.
Key Facts
- Ownership group includes Natalie Portman, Serena Williams, Alexis Ohanian
- Began NWSL play in 2022 at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles
- Community-focused business model donates portion of sponsorship revenue
- One of the most commercially prominent clubs in all of women's sports