American investment grows in English football amid rising popularity
Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:18 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
American investors are increasingly buying into English football as interest in the sport rises in the U.S. Thirteen of the 20 Premier League clubs in the 2025/26 season had minority American shareholders. The trend is attributed to the growth of football's popularity in the U.S., with close to 80 billion minutes of viewing time reported in 2025. This shift has roots in the economic recovery post-2008, leading to more wealthy investors seeking opportunities abroad. The upcoming 2026 World Cup is expected to further spur interest in football among American stakeholders.
- •American investment in English football has soared over two decades.
- •32% of clubs in Europe's top five leagues have American shareholders.
- •Interest in football in the U.S. is predicted to keep rising over the next 18 months.
- •The 2008 financial crisis led to economic conditions favorable for American investors.
"The World Cup is taking over the United States this summer. But the not-so-secret American takeover of football has been building its foundations for some time now.
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