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Tears For Fears Star Buys English Soccer Team
19 Aug
Summary
- Curt Smith of Tears For Fears is part of a 50-investor group.
- The group aims to purchase the English soccer team Bath City FC.
- The proposed sale is valued at approximately £6 million ($8.1 million).
Curt Smith, co-founder of the band Tears For Fears, is involved in an effort to purchase Bath City FC. He is part of a 50-investor group aiming to buy the Southern League Premier Division South team. The club's board and supporters' society have recommended the sale, which is valued at approximately £6 million ($8.1 million).
This investment is intended to provide much-needed funds for the club. Smith, who grew up in Bath, expressed his desire to contribute to the local community. The investor group is led by Andrew Stalbow, who would become chairman if the deal is approved.
Smith joins a notable list of musicians with connections to British soccer clubs. This includes Elton John's involvement with Watford FC, Ed Sheeran's stake in Ipswich Town, Snoop Dogg's investment in Swansea City, Stormzy's part ownership of AFC Croydon Athletic, and Norman Cook's support for Brighton & Hove Albion FC.
