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Ex-US Men’s Soccer Star Jozy Altidore Joins Russell Westbrook in OKC for Soccer Ownership Group
The ownership group acquired USL Championship rights to revive professional soccer in Oklahoma City with a team set for a 2028 downtown stadium opening.
- On Thursday, former U.S. national team forward Jozy Altidore joined NBA star Russell Westbrook in the OKC for Soccer ownership group, the organization said in Oklahoma City.
- By purchasing the USL rights, the group acquired the former OKC Energy and plans a team for the new downtown Oklahoma City stadium opening in 2028.
- The ownership group includes primary owners Echo Investment Capital, Alex Lee and the Chickasaw Nation; former U.S. national team forward Jozy Altidore brings World Cup and Premier League experience.
- Owners say the move aligns with an ambition to create a world-class environment for soccer in OKC, and Altidore added the club's pathway is deeply rooted in the community from day one.
- Sacramento Kings' Russell Westbrook — pictured Jan. 27, 2026 — adds NBA recognition to the OKC for Soccer ownership group's local relaunch announced this week.
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Former United States men’s national team forward Jozy Altidore has joined NBA veteran Russell Westbrook as part of the OKC for Soccer ownership group, the organization announced Thursday. The move links one of the most recognizable goal scorers in recent U.S. soccer history with a former NBA Most Valuable Player as Oklahoma City continues to […] The post Former USMNT Forward Jozy Altidore Joins Russell Westbrook in OKC for Soccer Ownership Group…
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