Gareth Bale was recently spotted enjoying some downtime at the World Cup, taking in France’s 3-1 victory over Senegal with his rarely-seen son, Axel. The 8-year-old was seen sporting a France shirt, showing he’s got a bit of an eye for winners like his dad. Football runs in the family, but it seems little Axel might follow in Bale’s other sporting footsteps too, sharing a love for golf that he’s already showcased with a pretty impressive tee shot!
While at the match, Bale took some time to discuss the incredible strides made by Wrexham under the star-studded ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. He praised their efforts in revitalising the club, which narrowly missed out on Championship play-offs last year. With three consecutive promotions under their belt, their journey is considered nothing short of miraculous. However, Bale believes their strategy isn’t necessarily a one-size-fits-all for aspiring football club owners.
Speaking of ownership, Bale is weighing his own move into this arena, having recently teamed up with Juggernaut Capital Partners to launch a new sports investment fund. With his experience from top-tier leagues and international tournaments, Bale offers unique insight into the sports business world, potentially eyeing his hometown club, Cardiff City, for future investment.
Partnering with Juggernaut’s John Shulman, they aim to make waves in the global sports economy, focusing on diverse investments from domestic leagues to women’s sports and more. They’re not just about building a portfolio but creating impactful synergies within the sports community. As Bale plots his next steps off the pitch, fans and followers are eager to see which goals this legendary winger will score in the business side of football!