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Why Creator Investors Are Becoming Football’s New Distribution Partners

Why Creator Investors Are Becoming Football’s New Distribution Partners

KSI’s minority stake in Dagenham & Redbridge is the latest sign that celebrity ownership is changing how lower-league clubs grow. In this week’s issue: the rise of creator-backed football clubs, New Balance’s chess-inspired Eberechi Eze campaign, Kith and On’s cinematic running film.

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Rich Hewes

Rich Hewes

Mar 10, 2026 — 6 min read
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