Hollywood star Will Ferrell, aged 56, is the latest celebrity to acquire a minority stake in Leeds United through the 49ers Enterprises.
His investment aligns him with other high-profile investors like Russell Crowe, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, and golfers Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.
Last summer, Spieth, a three-time major winner, confirmed that he and fellow golfer Thomas had acquired minority stakes in Leeds, a club in the Sky Bet Championship vying for promotion.
Ferrell, who also co-owns Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles FC, has expressed his passion for English football. During his UK visit last year, he attended several matches, including Manchester City’s 3-1 victory over Aston Villa. On the same trip, he witnessed Wrexham’s win over Wealdstone, a club owned by fellow actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, and saw Queens Park Rangers face Sunderland.
Leeds United narrowly missed automatic promotion to the Premier League after their 2-1 loss to Southampton on the final day of the Championship, while Ipswich Town won 2-0 against Huddersfield. Daniel Farke’s squad is now set to compete in the playoffs, beginning with the semi-final first leg against Norwich at Carrow Road next Sunday.
Q: Who is the latest celebrity to invest in Leeds United?
A: Will Ferrell, the Hollywood actor, has recently become a minority investor in Leeds United through the 49ers Enterprises.
Q: What other celebrities have invested in Leeds United?
A: Other high-profile investors in Leeds United include Russell Crowe, Michael Phelps, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas.
Q: What other sports team does Will Ferrell co-own?
A: Will Ferrell is also a co-owner of Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles FC.
Q: What recent football matches did Will Ferrell attend in the UK?
A: During his recent visit to the UK, Will Ferrell attended several matches, including Manchester City’s victory over Aston Villa, Wrexham’s win over Wealdstone, and Queens Park Rangers’ match against Sunderland.
Q: Did Leeds United secure promotion to the Premier League?
A: No, Leeds United narrowly missed automatic promotion after losing 2-1 to Southampton on the final day of the Championship. They will now compete in the playoffs starting with a semi-final first leg against Norwich.
