Hold onto your soccer balls and wrestling belts, folks! In a crossover more electrifying than a piledriver in the penalty box, WWE has announced an exclusive merchandise deal with none other than the English Premier League champions, Manchester City FC. This dynamic duo aims to bring together two of the world’s most passionate fanbases in a union as iconic as Hulk Hogan and the Ultimate Warrior.
The news broke on June 27 with a joint press release from Manchester City and WWE, featuring WWE CCO Paul “Triple H” Levesque hyping up the collaboration on social media. “When you have the opportunity to bring two of the world’s most passionate fanbases together … you take it. Excited to see this Man City and WWE collaboration come to life,” Triple H declared on X (formerly Twitter), his words echoing like a rallying cry for fans on both sides of the Atlantic.
This isn’t just a friendly handshake deal; it’s a full-on merch mania! The WWE and Manchester City e-commerce platforms have unleashed six exclusive t-shirts blending elements of both powerhouses. One standout is the ‘Top of the Table’ tee, celebrating Manchester City’s triumphant 2023-24 Premier League season win with a nod to Roman Reigns’ ‘Head of the Table’ moniker. It’s the perfect attire for fans who cheer just as loudly for a last-minute goal as they do for a surprise finisher.
But the excitement doesn’t stop at stylish tees. This summer, Manchester City players will sport a new name and numbering style during pre-season games, co-designed by WWE. Picture this: your favorite City stars with WWE’s iconic logo and a striking red outline, ready to unleash chaos on the pitch and the ring alike.
And for those lucky enough to be in New York, mark your calendars! On June 28, WWE superstars Bayley and Baron Corbin will grace the newly opened “CityStore” pop-up at Rockefeller Center for an exclusive meet and greet. Fans can snap selfies with their wrestling heroes and even catch a glimpse of the Premier League trophy, which will be on display over the weekend.
Manchester City’s rise to glory has been nothing short of legendary. With their 10th top-flight league title clinched last season, the club’s transformation under the ownership of Emirati Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been a tale of epic proportions. Sheikh Mansour’s acquisition of the club through the Abu Dhabi United Group in 2008 ended a 44-year title drought and catapulted Manchester City to global dominance. The City Football Group, a subsidiary of ADUG, now boasts ownership stakes in clubs across the USA, China, Japan, and beyond, proving that Manchester City’s influence is as far-reaching as WWE’s suplexes.