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Who owns AFC Bournemouth?
AFC Bournemouth is owned by American billionaire Bill Foley through Black Knight Football Club, the football division of Foley Entertainment Group. Foley acquired the club in December 2022 for approximately GBP 120 million ($148 million) from Russian businessman Maxim Demin.

What other sports teams does Bill Foley own?
Foley owns the Vegas Golden Knights (NHL), Henderson Silver Knights (AHL), Vegas Knight Hawks (IFL), AFC Bournemouth (Premier League), Auckland FC (A-League), and FC Lorient (Ligue 1). He also holds ownership stakes in Hibernian FC (Scotland) and Moreirense FC (Portugal).

Did the Vegas Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup?
Yes. The Vegas Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup in 2023, their sixth season, defeating the Florida Panthers. The team reached the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural 2017-18 season and made their third Cup Final appearance in 2026 against the Carolina Hurricanes.

How much did Bill Foley pay for AFC Bournemouth?
Foley paid approximately GBP 120 million ($148 million at the exchange rate at the time) to acquire AFC Bournemouth in December 2022. He stated that the cost was about 10% of what an MLS expansion team in Las Vegas would have cost.

What is Black Knight Football Club?
Black Knight Football Club is Bill Foley's multi-club football organization. It owns AFC Bournemouth, Auckland FC, and FC Lorient, and holds ownership stakes in Hibernian FC and Moreirense FC. BKFC became the sole shareholder of FC Lorient in 2025, bringing more than $550 million in equity.

Did AFC Bournemouth qualify for European competition?
Yes. AFC Bournemouth finished sixth in the 2025-26 Premier League season, qualifying for the Europa League. This was the first European competition qualification in the club's 127-year history. Foley had stated upon buying the club that he aimed to reach European competition within five years.

What is Foley Family Wines?
Foley Family Wines is a wine company established by Bill Foley in 1996. It owns a portfolio of over 30 wineries from some of the world's best vineyards. Foley serves as Chairman and CEO of the company, which operates separately from Foley Entertainment Group.