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Udonis Haslem acquires minority stake in Ipswich Town

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:30 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Udonis Haslem acquires minority stake in Ipswich Town

Summary

Udonis Haslem has announced that he is now a minority owner of newly promoted Premier League club Ipswich Town. The announcement came via social media, where Haslem expressed his admiration for the club’s culture and motto, 'Running Towards Adversity.' Following his two-decade NBA career, Haslem is diversifying his investments, reflecting the sport's growing popularity in the U.S. in the wake of the FIFA World Cup held in 2026. He noted excitement about supporting Ipswich Town both on and off the pitch as he transitions from basketball to soccer ownership.

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By the Numbers

•Udonis Haslem invests in Ipswich Town, a Premier League club.
•Haslem made the announcement on social media on August 7, 2026.
•He plans to support the club's development on and off the pitch.
•The investment follows a surge in soccer's popularity in the U.S. after 2026 FIFA World Cup.
•Haslem's career transition includes work as an analyst after retiring from the NBA.

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6:30 AMYahoo Sports — Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem ‘proud to announce’ ownership stake in Premier League soccer club

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Udonis Haslem is expanding his business portfolio with an investment in a newly promoted Premier League soccer club. The popularity of soccer has skyrocketed in the US following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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