Our ting different – Tems celebrates San Diego’s maiden MLS win days after Arsenal Emirates visit

Nigerian Grammy-award-winning music star Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems celebrated San Diego's maiden victory in the Major League Soccer, Soccernet.ng reports.

The “Love me jeje” crooner was spotted in the stands, alongside fellow pop star, Ayra Starr in Arsenal's 1-0 loss to West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium last Saturday.

The 29-year-old, an avid sports lover, has previously declared her interest in women's football in Nigeria, and earlier this month, made history by becoming the first female to own a stake in San Diego FC.

From Lagos to San Diego…

GRAMMY Award-Winning, Oscar Nominated Nigerian singer-songwriter @temsbaby joins San Diego FC ownership group as a club partner.

Tems becomes the FIRST African female to be involved in MLS ownership.

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— San Diego FC (@sandiegofc) February 12, 2025

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Tems joined the club’s ownership group as a club partner through her company – The Leading Vibe, and celebrated San Diego's MLS debut as they sealed a 2-0 win over LA Galaxy, the reigning MLS Cup Champions, courtesy of a brace from Anders Dreyer.

The versatile vocalist took to social media to celebrate her new club's win, posting with the caption “Listen, our ting is different” on X.

Listen! our ting is different!! https://t.co/1ryMQrEtX5

— TEMS (@temsbaby) February 24, 2025

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San Diego will play their highly anticipated home debut by welcoming St. Louis CITY SC to the Snapdragon Stadium on March 1.

Tems' involvement with San Diego FC as a club partner highlights the growing intersection of music, sports, and global entertainment in Major League Soccer. Additionally, it shows the passion the Grammy-winning musician has for the sport.