Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the famous Milan legend, participated in a special event by throwing the ceremonial first pitch for the New York Yankees. This event strengthened the bond between the football club and the baseball team.
Both AC Milan and the New York Yankees have partial ownership ties with RedBird, a company that has facilitated a strong commercial relationship between the two sports franchises. This partnership is evident in several ways.
For example, Randy Levine, the president of the New York Yankees, serves on the board of directors for Milan. Additionally, AC Milan merchandise is available for sale at Yankee Stadium, reflecting the growing collaboration.
The connection between the teams was further highlighted when Ibrahimovic, now a special advisor for RedBird, took part in the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium. This event marks the traditional start of the MLB season. After his pitch, Zlatan returned to his seat to enjoy the baseball game.
This ceremonial act by Ibrahimovic not only symbolized the cooperation between the two franchises but also showcased the merging of football and baseball cultures under the shared ownership of RedBird.
The presence of Milan merchandise at Yankee Stadium and the involvement of Yankees’ leadership in Milan’s operations further emphasize the deepening ties and commercial synergy between these two iconic sports entities.
