History of Angel City FC in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 8, 2025

Angel City FC is a professional women's soccer team based in Los Angeles, California, competing in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Announced on July 21, 2020, they began playing in the 2022 season. The team shares BMO Stadium with Los Angeles FC (MLS) for its home games.

July 21, 2020: Angel City FC Formation Announcement

On July 21, 2020, the formation of Angel City FC, a professional women's soccer team based in Los Angeles, was announced. The team would compete in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

October 21, 2020: Angel City FC Name Confirmation

On October 21, 2020, the club's name was confirmed as Angel City FC. Additional members of the ownership group were also announced, including Billie Jean King, Ilana Kloss, Candace Parker, P. K. Subban, Sophia Bush, Becky G, James Corden, Cobi Jones, Ryan Kalil, and Uzo Aduba.

October 2021: Shirt Number 22 Retirement

In October 2021, Angel City FC pre-emptively retired shirt number 22 to recognize its founding year and the number of players on the pitch during matches. The team sells shirts bearing the number 22 and donates 10 percent of revenue through a charitable program managed by the California Community Foundation.

November 17, 2021: Primary Kit 'Dawn' Unveiled

On November 17, 2021, Angel City FC unveiled their black primary kit made of recycled materials called 'Dawn'. The kit features hints of sol rosa, an art deco pattern, and the team's motto "Volemos" above player names.

March 16, 2023: Secondary Kit 'Represent' Release

On March 16, 2023, Angel City FC released a new secondary kit called 'Represent', featuring a print of the Los Angeles County coastline.

February 27, 2024: New Kits Unveiled

On February 27, 2024, Angel City FC unveiled two new kits as part of a league-wide refresh: the black primary jersey 'Moonlight' and the sol rosa and pink secondary jersey 'Sol'.

July 17, 2024: Bob Iger and Willow Bay Become Majority Shareholders

On July 17, 2024, it was officially announced that the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger, and his wife, Willow Bay, invested $50 million into Angel City FC to become the majority shareholders. This investment made Angel City the most valuable women's sport team in the world, with a valuation of $250 million.