Major League Soccer rival San Diego announced Wednesday that former Manchester United and Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata has become a partner in the club’s ownership.
Mata, who helped Spain win the 2010 World Cup and currently plays in Australia for Western Sydney Wanderers, said: “Joining San Diego FC as a partner is an exciting opportunity to build something special in a city and league that is seeing incredible growth. .
He said: “Many thanks to the ownership group, the Right to Dream Foundation, and the Major League Soccer Association for allowing me to become the first active player to be involved in a Major League club, and the second overall to achieve this. after David Beckham, I am truly honored.
🚨¡ I’m joining the SAN DIEGO FC ownership group! 🚨
I am thrilled to announce that I am a partner of the newest and most unique franchise in the MLS! @sandiegofc
Many thanks to the ownership group, @cert2bruadar and @MLS for letting me be the first active player to be a part of… pic.twitter.com/gY4TyxnVib
— John Mata Garcia (@juanmata8) November 20, 2024
Beckham, a former English midfielder, is one of the owners of Inter Miami.
Matta previously invested in the Alpine team that competed in Formula 1 car racing, through the company Otro Capital.
Mata joined the list of star players invested in football clubs, especially English David Beckham (Inter Miami, USA), Ivorian Didier Drogba (Phoenix Racing, USA), French N’Golo Kante (Royal Excelsior Verton, Belgium), Brazilian Ronaldo Nazario (Valladolid, Spain), and French Kylian Mbappé (he was French).
2024-11-21 15:29:00
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**Considering Dr. Grant’s expertise on sports economics, can Mata’s investment be a catalyst for drawing in further investment and boosting MLS’s overall financial standing?**
## World-Today-News Exclusive Interview: Juan Mata’s MLS Investment
**Host:** Welcome to World-Today-News, where we delve into the biggest stories shaping our world. Today’s focus is the fascinating intersection of sports and business, specifically Juan Mata’s groundbreaking decision to become a partner in San Diego FC. Joining us are two esteemed guests:
* **Dr. Amelia Grant**: Sports economist and professor at the University of California, San Diego
* **Javier Rodriguez**: Former professional football player and current sports commentator
**Welcome to both of you! This news sparked considerable buzz. Dr. Grant, let’s start with the broader context. What does Mata’s investment mean for Major League Soccer’s growth trajectory?**
**(Dr. Grant)**
**Host:** Javier, you know the demands and allure of professional football firsthand. What unique perspective does Mata bring to the ownership table in San Diego?
**(Javier Rodriguez)**
**Host:** Interesting points. Juan, in your announcement, you highlighted San Diego’s growing potential. Can you elaborate on what specifically excites you about the city and its football future?
**(Juan Mata)**
**Host:** (To Dr. Grant) This raises a key question: Does Mata’s involvement signify a shift towards more player ownership in professional football?
**(Dr. Grant)**
**Host:** Javier, from a player’s perspective, what are the benefits and challenges of being involved in club ownership while still actively playing?
**(Javier Rodriguez)**
**Host:** Juan, you’ve stated you’re honored to follow in David Beckham’s footsteps as an active footballer also invested in a club.
**(Juan Mata)**
**Host:** (To Dr. Grant) Many view this trend of star players investing in clubs as a positive, but are there any potential drawbacks we should consider?
**(Dr. Grant)**
**Host:** Juan, your investment in Alpine, the Formula 1 team, through Otro Capital demonstrates your interest in diverse sports. What drew you to MLS specifically?
**(Juan Mata)**
**Host:** This has been a fascinating look at a major development in the world of football. Juan, thank you for sharing your insights. Dr. Grant and Javier, your expert analysis has been invaluable. We appreciate your time and expertise.
**(All)**
**Host:** Readers, be sure to join us next time for more insightful discussions on the world’s most captivating news.
**End of Interview**
