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Tamworth FC has been acquired by US real estate investor Abdullah Ashraf, who plans to take the team to the English Football League (EFL).
What happened?
The 24-year-old Ashraf, founder and CEO of Dawn Group International, completed the deal after months of negotiations.
Ashraf said he is "exceptionally excited and blessed to be the next custodian of Tamworth Football Club". He praised previous owners Bob Andrews and Steve Lathbury for their achievements, including back-to-back promotions and stabilizing the club in the National League.
Why it matters for Tamworth
The new owner aims to build on these successes and take the club to "even greater heights". As of 23 Jun 2026, Tamworth stands 11th in the England National League with 62 points from 46 games, having won 17, drawn 11, and lost 18 matches, with a recent form of WDLDW.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 11th |
| Points | 62 |
| Games | 46 |
| Wins | 17 |
| Draws | 11 |
| Losses | 18 |
| Recent Form | WDLDW |
What comes next?
Ashraf plans to be "hands-on" and will fly over frequently to support the club and push forward his plans. He has experience in football, having been key in the foundation of Oklahoma United FC in the US. Ashraf oversees a commercial real estate platform with over $100m in assets under management and has been involved in over $250m in commercial real estate transactions.
The new owner hopes to become a familiar face in the stadium and promises to do everything in his power to push Tamworth FC to new heights. He expressed his excitement about the future of the club, saying "I see a very bright and exciting future ahead". Ashraf guaranteed that he will work to advance the club on and off the field, aiming to make the dream of Tamworth playing in the EFL a reality.
