Two-time Grammy award-winning Nigerian superstar artiste Temilade Openiyi popularly known as Tems has become a partner with Major League Soccer (MLS) side San Diego FC.
She becomes not only the first female Nigerian but the first female African to own a stake in a football team in the MLS. San Diego FC was founded in 2023 and competes in the MLS as a member of the Western Conference.
Tems who became a partner with the team through her company The Leading Vibe in partnership with Pave Investments, an African private investment firm said she is excited to be part of the fold.
“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,” said SDFC Club Partner Tems.
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“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.”
“We are delighted that Tems has joined San Diego FC as a Club Partner,” said SDFC Chairman, Sir Mohamed Mansour. “Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us to 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 is an extraordinary artist and cultural force worldwide,” said SDFC CEO Tom Penn. “We are honoured to have her join our Club and bring her visionary perspective to San Diego FC.
“Her passion for empowering the next generation aligns perfectly with our mission, and her commitment to creating opportunities for young talent domestically and globally reflects the core values of Right to Dream. We also look forward to creating meaningful connections between the music world and San Diego FC, uniting communities through the shared power of culture and sport.”
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