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Snoop Dogg Challenges Tom Brady & Rob McElhenney in Emerging Soccer Power Play
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Los Angeles, CA – August 10, 2023 – A new alliance is forming in the world of soccer, fueled by American entertainment and sporting icons. Rapper Snoop Dogg,recently appointed co-owner and investor of welsh club Swansea City,has playfully challenged fellow soccer club owners Tom Brady and Rob McElhenney to a showdown,sparking excitement among fans and analysts alike.
The exchange unfolded on Instagram Thursday, as the three celebrities participated in a lighthearted “championship Owners” call. The reel,posted by actor Rob McElhenney,showcased the trio discussing the nuances of English football and playfully ribbing each other.
Snoop Dogg’s Swansea Investment
Snoop Dogg, whose real name is Calvin broadus, officially joined the ownership group of Swansea City on July 18, 2023. Swansea City, based in Swansea, Wales, currently competes in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football. The investment, facilitated through a partnership with PEAK6 Investments, aims to elevate the club’s profile and fan engagement. PEAK6, a Chicago-based investment firm, already held a important stake in the club.
Brady’s Birmingham Bid
Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion, entered the soccer ownership arena on august 3, 2023 – his birthday – becoming a minority owner and chair of the advisory board of Birmingham City. Birmingham City, located in Birmingham, England, plays in the EFL Championship alongside Swansea City.brady’s partnership is with Knighthead Capital Management LLC, the club’s owners, and he’s expected to leverage his business acumen to help the club achieve on-field success and expand its global reach. Knighthead Capital Management LLC acquired a 45.69% stake in birmingham City in July 2023.
McElhenney’s Wrexham Revolution
Rob McElhenney,known for his role in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” has been a co-owner of Wrexham AFC since September 2020,alongside actor Ryan Reynolds. Wrexham, a club based in Wrexham, Wales, has gained international attention thanks to the documentary series “Welcome to wrexham,” chronicling their journey from non-league football to promotion to League Two (the fourth tier of English football). Their ownership has injected significant investment into the club and community.
The Challenge & Future Clashes
During the Instagram call, Brady jokingly remarked on the emotional intensity of English football, stating, “Welcome to the beautiful world of English football, where grown men cry over ties.” Snoop Dogg responded with a playful jab at Brady’s past Super bowl defeats against his favorite NFL team, adding, “I’m here for the culture, passion and the chaos, and to get Brady back for all those damn Super Bowls he hit my team with.”
Snoop dogg than extended a challenge to both Brady and McElhenney, inviting them to visit Swansea City. “Let me know when y’all want to roll through Swansea. I’ll have the kids pressed up and the playlist loaded, locked and loaded,” he said. This sets the stage for potential future clashes between the clubs, fueled by the star power of their owners.
The growing involvement of high-profile American figures in English
