Fan-Owned Football

Episode 1 of "Fan-Owned Football” begins with telling the unique and inspiring story of AFC Wimbledon, a club born from the unwavering passion of its supporters. Founded in protest against the relocation of their beloved original team in 2002, AFC Wimbledon's fans took matters into their own hands, rebuilding their club from scratch and climbing the ranks of English football. This grassroots movement is epitomized by the remarkable efforts of superfan and bestselling author John Green, who harnesses the power of an enthusiastic online community to help the club. Green hosts a YouTube video game livestream to raise crucial funds, enabling the club to secure a vital new player during the intense January 2025 transfer window. As the episode unfolds, AFC Wimbledon finds itself poised at a critical juncture in the season, with just 16 matches remaining in a fiercely competitive English Football League Two. The pressure mounts as the club and its passionate supporters dream of achieving p

What does it take to push for promotion – not just on the pitch, but across an entire club? In Episode 2, the stakes rise for Johnnie Jackson's AFC Wimbledon squad. The League 2 Table fluctuates wildly, and moments of heartbreak collide with triumph. Fans speak up, a friendly face visits the changing room, and one match ends in silence while another ends in celebration. From the training pitch to the boardroom, fan forums and pub get-togethers, this episode captures a club balancing belief with reality – and holding onto the hope that this season could still be special.