Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has joined the ownership group of San Diego FC, a Major League Soccer (MLS) club in the United States.
The American club made the announcement on Wednesday, revealing that Tems acquired a stake in the team through her company, The Leading Vibe. The deal was facilitated through a partnership with Pave Investments, an African private investment firm known for securing investors for NBA Africa.
In its statement, San Diego FC highlighted Tems’ role as a club partner, emphasizing her commitment to excellence and community engagement.
Expressing her excitement, the Lagos-born singer described football as a unifying force and expressed her eagerness to contribute to the club’s vision.
“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. 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 now joins an impressive roster of high-profile San Diego FC partners, including:
Issa Rae – Trailblazing actress and producer
Juan Mata – World Cup-winning Spanish footballer
Jocko Willink – Retired U.S. Navy SEAL
Manny Machado – Founding partner and San Diego Padres’ perennial MLB All-Star
Her addition marks a significant step in the growing influence of African creatives in the global sports business.
