Angel City started as a local football club. It changed women's sportsSoccer 02.03.2026

Angel City Football Club, celebrating its fifth anniversary, has emerged as a significant force in women's sports, driven by a unique fan experience and a commitment to community impact. Founded by actress Natalie Portman, venture capitalist Kara Nortman, and entrepreneur Julie Uhrman in 2019, the club defied skepticism about the viability of women's sports investment, becoming one of the most valuable women's sports teams globally, valued at $250 million. Their business model includes a 10% pledge of sponsorship dollars to community initiatives, totaling nearly $8 million, which has funded over 3 million meals and free youth soccer coaching. The club, with celebrity investors like Bob Iger and Alexis Ohanian, has achieved commercial success, selling 16,000 season tickets in its first year and selling out stadiums, demonstrating a sustainable business model beyond non-profit status. Despite recent challenges, including a player's heart attack and coaching changes, the team is focused on building stability and achieving its first championship title.

















