John Ingram, the principal owner of Nashville SC, announced today that Filip Forsberg, the Nashville Predators’ franchise all-time leading scorer, and Giannis Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP and NBA champion, have joined the team’s ownership group.
Antetokounmpo’s ownership is shared with his brothers Thanasis, Kostas, and Alex, who all play professional basketball internationally. Thanasis and Giannis each won an NBA title with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021, while Kostas won with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020.
Forsberg and Antetokounmpo are the most recent additions to a rich and diversified ownership group that also includes Reese Witherspoon, her husband Jim Toth, and Derrick Henry.
“My father was a professional soccer player, and it was the first sport I fell in love with in Greece,” said Antetokounmpo. “I’ve always had the dream of owning a soccer team. When my brothers and I explored Nashville SC, we knew it was a team and a city that we wanted to get involved with. I couldn’t be more excited to join the Boys in Gold, and can’t wait to come to a match at GEODIS Park soon!”
“Soccer is a global sport, and our newest owners once again reinforce our club’s commitment to being a global team,” said Ingram. “Filip and Giannis are not just amazing athletes – they are ambassadors for their respective sports, role models for millions and advocates in their hometowns and worldwide. We share a common belief that our teams not only play to the highest standards, but also lift up their communities and help those who need it most.”
