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Amanda Langell

Former Man Utd Star and World Cup Winner Buys Stake in San Diego FC

Juan Mata joined the ownership group of San Diego FC. | IMAGO/PA Images

MLS expansion side San Diego FC added a new member to its ownership group: former Manchester United player and Spain international, Juan Mata.

Although Mata has yet to hang up his boots, the 36-year-old purchased a stake in San Diego FC, becoming the first active international soccer player to own a stake in a Major League Soccer team. He and Inter Miami's David Beckham are also the only two international players to join MLS ownership groups.

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