The worlds of American and European football are colliding in the newest celebrity sports ownership collaboration.
J.J. Watt announced on Twitter on Monday morning that he was officially retiring from retirement… in a way.
The former NFL star is teaming up with his wife, NWSL star Kealia, to invest in Burnley, a newly promoted Premier League and English football club. In addition, Kaelia is hoping to simultaneously grow the Burnley FC women’s team.
Here’s what you need to know about the Watt family’s next big investment.
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Why did Kealia and J.J. Watt invest in Burnley?
J.J. said in a video recorded with his wife and posted to Twitter that he “really needs something to do,” despite only being retired for four months.
Incredibly excited to be joining the @BurnleyOfficial ownership group (and for JJ to have something to do 😂😂) UP THE CLARETS!!! pic.twitter.com/DRIMxPo6oX
— Kealia Ohai Watt (@KealiaOhai) May 1, 2023
“I just love football,” he said, as the video transitioned to a clip of the NFL. He continued, pulling out a pointer, “No, no. Not that kind. You see, over in these islands here, they play football with their feet. Like her,” he gestured to his wife.
He was…
