An interview with Thomas Wagner

Thomas Wagner, Knighthead Co-Founder and Co-CEO, talks about a new direction for the Club after Knighthead Capital Management LLC completed Birmingham City Football Club acquisition.
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[@Princey2k24]

I could absolutely cry. So strange to hear someone with sense and intellect saying those words about our club. Massive kudos to Craig

[@bluessumlin...7067]

I am crying tears of joy!🙂KRO!

[@adambartlett6277]

Be careful. He might end up being another Todd Boehly and dismantle your club

[@ForzaNapolI1875]

lol@@adambartlett6277

[@dan19752008]

Coventry fan, great news for Blues. Thanks again for helping us out with St Andrew's, good luck with your journey.

[@atnyxrl]

Respect

[@hej97]

Respect for the comment, also its good to see Coventry doing well since

[@carolsandland2933]

Sitting here, crying like a baby. Thank you for giving us our club back KRO 💙

[@steven-fx5cn]

Don't get your hopes up

[@daleford4861]

​@@steven-fx5cn why?

[@atnyxrl]

@@steven-fx5cn no need to be negative. Blues have been through enough we deserve to have hope and be excited for the future

[@SsorLoser]

This brings tears to my eyes, here's to all the blues fans that are no longer with us. I watched us win the Carling Cup at Wembley with my dad, the last Blues game we saw together before he died. The future is bright, we have our club back. Keep Right On!

[@lawtonify]

My dad died 2 weeks ago...He never got to see the owners takeover 😢 kro

[@SsorLoser]

@@lawtonify I'm sorry for your loss, I bet he is looking down and smiling at this day 🙂

[@jimallsop3438]

As a 82yr old supporter and current season ticket holder I would like to give a massive thank you to Mr Wagner for the comments I have just heard and would like one day to personally give him a big Brummie hug and best wishes for the future, K r o sir.⚽

[@Doggomorph]

Did you see george best and Johan Cruyff live oh wow and Pele too

[@gerard279]

Villa fan here. Delighted for you all. This will be good for the whole city, and we need the big derby games back, Wolves and West Brom just don't cut it 😂 All the best 👏🏻

[@atnyxrl]

Respect, hope to see you in a few seasons

[@mape5512]

Birmingham City vs Aston Villa will be the best premier league rivalry

[@atnyxrl]

@@mape5512 **the best English football rivalry**

[@gerard279]

@@mape5512 Would be class!

[@nigelphillips6011]

Absolutely buzzing love this

[@user-ki4lq1jo6d]

As an Australian who lived in Birmingham in the 1970's and supported the Blues, I am thrilled to hear the plans for the future. John W

[@_anti_hero]

Shed a few tears watching this, not afraid to admit it. UP THE FUCKIN BLUES!!!

[@hawaiisteve932]

What a guy , as a Brummie who is now an American citizen I can say I'm proud to say we have an American owner who gets what it means to be a Brummie , good luck Tom , here's to a bright & exciting future for Blues , Keep Right On .

[@ynothump2566]

Wow talk about a no bullshit interview! I have been waiting for this moment for Blues since forever! Thank you Thomas Wagner! Love and respect ❤

[@FightOn49ers]

As a Blues fan from California I am so happy we have Tom as our owner. I hope he doesn’t let us down 🤣💙

[@internalpolitics461]

That is interesting, how did you come across the club?

[@Hazman35]

I love the reference to Gardner, despite him leaving at one point he faced the challenge ahead and made key signings that helped us stay afloat whilst helping transition the club into new ownership when we needed it most. Craig is a blue, Wagner is a blue, KRO! 💙

[@fiddler8395]

Well said 😁Craig G with his contacts , especially at Man Utd etc has done a fantastic job getting good quality players in on loan at a time we have been under severe pressure from FFP. That pressure still exists as we can see in current window but the future of the club is in forward thinking professional hands.

[@lawtonify]

I live by Gardner and spoke to him a few days ago...

[@wolfman9132]

I’m actually made up for all the Blue noses, I live in the area & this is such a massive boost for the Club & the area as a whole, welcome back from the wilderness, from a Wolves fan.👍

[@danruss12338]

Wish you all well (From a cov fan) You looked after us when we played at your place, so I do genuinely hope this is a real turn around for you, the fans deserve it. Good luck this season 👍

[@bobbyblue1953]

This is the best thing that has happened to our club for decades, there will be ups and downs, but Tom Wagner's interview has filled me with confidence, hopefully this will reflect in the team KRO

[@johnhodges7891]

Going to wear my blues shirt with my head held high and not looking down and pissed off . A better future hopefully .. love this guy already 👍🏻

[@zuluwarrior1263]

I don’t cry but I felt emotional and I’m gutted that Chong will go, but for a long time I have the one thing i only ever wanted and that is a hope of a chance for the club to be ran properly and to be competitive, I don’t care about trophies and glory I just want every club that plays us to fear us that we can beat anyone on our day

[@standenberg]

Amazing. Tom Wagner has spoken so much positivity here. Uncharacteristically I’ve got nothing to say as I’m speechless right-now & emotional…but Blues fans deserve a brighter future after a decade of disarray & decline. 💙KRO & BCFCForever

[@jtb_001]

Chills man, let's hope our bad days are a thing of the past now. Love this club, KRO

[@desgardner7169]

Fom a 80yr old Bluenose.....Thank you, its the best news everyone wanted to hear from what sounds like a top man, I wish him all the best with his investment! Its still a long road but we all know the song and it will soon be No 1 again......KRO

[@adamw2307]

Great to hear that the women's team will get some investment too - my daughter will be happy 😊

[@malcolmford8408]

The hairs on my arms stood up, my heart is full of joy, someone who cares about our club and our world class supporters. Lets get ready for an unbelievable journey together, were on our way !!! KRO.............Vile were coming for ya!!!!

[@flashbevan9201]

I've converted this to audio and is now my alarm clock and ringtone ❤

[@hiphopzw4life]

Absolutely superb, wow, what an interview!!! This is exactly what we wanted to hear, as a season ticket holder for the last 41 years this is what we've been crying out for.......KRO 💙

[@DjMarkyBatch]

This guy ooozes carisma, the way he communicates is just unreal, I am so proud of our club owner this new top guy. I almost wish he was our prime minister! Jees... Thank god, there is a god after all... my new role model... Tom Wagner... lets do this, KRO .... big love all. im crying too by the way! I could listen to what this guy has to say for hours. Unreal! a top dog , LEADER... this is what we needed. the vision, the inclusiveness... the respect, He gets it, I think he already has blue running through his veins. New SPONSOR... Peaky Blinders!!

[@chrisbaker7136]

Thank you for saving our club tom, Blues are back, we have our club back! Keep right on to the end! 🌎⚽🔵💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@JustJoeMag]

What a start this is! Wagner, you’re instantly a Blues hero after this interview. Clearly knows what he’s doing, love fact he’s bringing in new opportunities for us to make money and, above all, love the fact they’re self aware and bringing in people who know the industry rather than using the club as an egotistical experiment. Love everything. KRO UTB

[@brumiematt8808]

HES ONE OF OUR OWN TOMMY WAGNAAAAAAAAAA HES ONE OF OUR OWN

[@CLPCharlie18]

Got emotional at the announcement and it’s hard not to get excited at this interview. I know the blues are to used to getting our hopes up and getting knocked back but this feels extremely positive

[@gold_7188]

Love him already and great from Craig to help try get it done

[@mikeburke2488]

Obviously a very choreographed set piece interview, but he is saying all the right things. A million miles away from previous owners, so much to be encouraged by. KRO.

[@stu722]

This is the start of something special!!! KRO

[@DeanoManning]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Keep Right On! 💙

[@michaelketley876]

His genuine enthusiasm shines through - he believes in the project. No bullshit from Tom Wagner

[@rupertjamesconway2710]

So exciting to hear a serious man with serious ideas at the helm of Blues. A very articulate and insightful interview. KRO

[@robsimpson2951]

It feels like the end of a very dark period in Blues history and now genuinely optimistic about the future of our magnificent club!

[@milky5640]

Goosebumps, I could cry.... KEEP RIGHT ON.

[@BrummieJoe]

I love him

[@JustMyFish]

Hay buddy I miss your videos how are you doing. Say hi to your dad. Hopefully I will see you both down the Blues 👍🏻

[@Bigronda1232]

I could actually cry, new era ❤

[@markeldridge7456]

I didn't think Blues would make me cry again in a good way, maybe ever, today that has changed. I really hope we can become the force we are capable of being

[@rlatham88]

I was lucky enough to meet him in Bainsy's bar before the Sheff Utd game and did not know what to expect having seen the recent US owners such as Todd Boehly at Chelsea, but he was understated, intelligent, engaging and from this video he clearly has the knowledge, leadership, resources and knowhow to transform us back into a premier league club. Thank you so much Tom - And a huge shout out to Craig Gardner too, who has clearly been instrumental in making this happen. Keep Right On

[@deanthompson68]

Brilliant interview

[@jamieblack516]

Have supported this club for 57 years and have never felt so optimistic. ... lots to look forward to but doubt if I will be able to get a ticket until ground is fully open. Hoping to get a half season ticket but will get to as many games as I can until then. One thing that can be done now is to get the 'royal blue' back re shirts. Not had the proper blue for a while ...???? Good luck Tom!KRO

[@alanmgormley]

Not since Clifford Coombes have we had an ownership who look like they get the club, the city and the fan base. So excited!

[@Imperial-GB]

I have never been more invested in what a man has to say. From me and every other blues fan, thank you. After a decade or more of misery, there's a light at the end of the tunnel. Exciting time to be a blues fan. KRO 💙

[@TheUnfortunateFilms]

As an American (and British) citizen (and life-long Bluenose: born in Small Heath) this is the most excited I have been in many, many years. I applaud you Mr. Wagner... and Craig: good job lads. USA! KRO!

[@user-fw7uz7ge1c]

Thank you Tom, waited a long time to hear this vision💙 for this great old lady of football, she deserves success as does the city. KRO

[@Bengully]

Really impressed by this interview

[@K.R.O1875]

Not too proud to admit I shed a tear. Not just because of the exciting times ahead. But all those memories of seeing our club on the brink of collapse just hit me. Also, I highly doubt the shirt sponsor is Undefeated. He's talking about it like it's RedBull or something.

[@brandon6801]

Oh I love him already, thank you Tom KRO💙

[@Imafish_10]

Supported the blues for more years than I can remember My son is now 9 and really getting into football and have plans to take him next season so hopefully he won't suffer for all the years I have with this take over in place So excited and thank you Tom KRO

[@johnhodges7891]

That was an unbelievable interview .. speaking like a person who knows what he wants .. good look to him and his team 💙🤍💙🤍👍🏻

[@benjaminpugsley1849]

I’m in tears!!! KEEP RIGHT ON!! 💙💙💙💙

[@GonzoJamie]

Welcome onboard Tom!! Looking forward to seeing what you can do and hopefully yield a fantastic result for all of the hard work and effort you are to insert into our wonderful football club.

[@rosaryboy4271]

Brilliant news 😊about time we have owners who care SOTV

[@TheBirchwoodVampire]

The tears of joy are flowing.

[@johnhughes612]

Tom thank you so very much, we have struggled for many years, so I hope and prayer that it is the start of better times for Blues, it been such a long time since we had any hope of a decent future, Craig you are truly a star and thank you so much KRO.

[@gingerbrummie]

Here’s to a new era

[@ducky-hdz5473]

We’re all behind you Tom, let’s make this club something special. KRO

[@ianwall]

The man (the whole management team) mean business.. Looking forward to the journey!

[@simsy7534]

KEEP RIGHT ON💙💙💙💙

[@cydonianknight332]

Truly never thought this day would come and the sun would shine again in the Royal Blues and white skies. Thank you Tom Wagner and associates for giving us our club back. KRO

[@simonpratt3643]

Wow these people really are invested. Talking sense and a proper framework to move forward is something we have not heard for a long long time. All aboard lads. KRO💙

[@Ollies-shorts]

Thank you wagner with all my heart

[@jonny1458]

up the blues, tom wagner is a saviour, can't wait to see what he has to offer after such a well worded and thought interview

[@SirKaje]

Thank you, Tom. Thank you to you and your team for giving us life again.

[@deannoble673]

Brilliant interview All the right questions And somewhat unusually for the Blues all the right answers. Finally can us long suffering Blues fans get the club that the city deserves?

[@Moyzeh]

I love this man

[@amahazzard1546]

Been a Blues fan all my life and love what mr wagner is doing and it looks like the club if finally getting back on its feet keep right on the blues 💙

[@garysheriff7235]

This guy Tom Wagner speaks as all of us have wanted to hear for far too long may they be involved for many years to come KRO

[@sleepwalker6825]

Cheers ... That's clear as Mud

[@drkonnichiwa1910]

Tear in my eye, kro let's go, bright future ahead

[@alan5391]

Thank you Tom, you’ve given us blue noses something to look forward to which hasn’t happened in a long time 💙 KRO

[@AutoAbsolute]

Smart, articulate, successful - this is incredible to see. Excited to be a fan again, eager to know the new commercial partner too….

[@chesterwunpen2196]

Mark One is my bet.

[@BluenoseTom]

Love it! That is passion!

[@EnglishICE]

Today marks the start of something special for bcfc, the future is now and may this wonderful club become the giant it was meant to be KRO 🔵⚪️

[@JUKEYxx]

so happy to finally have someone who gets it; who wants better. glad to hear that the new owners will be helping the women's team as much as the men's.

[@tomwalton6661]

Well!! How refreshing was that? We’ve waited a long time to see someone with business expertise, explain what the future will be! Excited isn’t the word, it feels like a massive weight has been lifted from my shoulders. Win lose or draw, we are moving forward, and that has got to be good! KRO!!!💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@markhealey3831]

Can i just say im absolutely chuffed to see this deal go through. . . . Now . . . We, as fans , have our part to play , do you all remember what St Andrews used to be like a few years ago ?. . .the noise . . .the passion. . . Making it a challenge for any visiting team . . . . Blue noses, it is up to us to be the extra man ! . . . . MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!! KRO !!

[@dorsetblues4897]

Or we have ever wished for, is for someone to run our beloved football club with love and passion. Giving us the foundations to build💙

[@bluenosebrum8164]

Welcome! You will always have patience from us brummies, but hopefully big things to come 👍KRO

[@matthewwilliams8339]

Literally so happy ❤

[@user-yw2wg8oi9g]

Just what we need to hear, lets hope he leads us forward. KRO

[@djbrodie8426]

So happy right now.Thanks Tom KRO

[@MrGranfield]

Brilliant interviewer, every question on point.

[@smithswoodrookie]

Yesssss KEEP RIGHT ON !!!!!💙💙💙💙

[@bostonbrum5288]

From having season tickets with my dad before I emigrated to the US. I'm now excited that after all those years of arranging my trips around home games, to finally seeing an owner with a vision. The fan experience is something that is huge to expand the footprint of the club. Once a Blue always a Blue KRO.

[@niallfox1481]

Craig gardener doing his finest work again, proper bluenose!!

[@Mabbz910]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you

[@bluessumlin...7067]

Comes over so we’ll speaks logically and honestly my doubts about Wagner are on the back burner just hope all this talk becomes a reality!🙂👍KRO!

[@bcfc87francis]

Welcome Tom Wagner and welcome Knighthead. Thank you for saving the club I love. KRO

[@craigevans3958]

So sensible yet optimistic the dark cloud over the club has lifted I’m already so proud to welcome him in. THANKYOU FOR GIVING US OUR CLUB AND HOPE BACK

[@ROBSHARRED]

30 seconds into the video and I already love this bloke KRO

[@DANE89]

💙🔵 Absolutely fantastic interview Tom Wagner, onwards and upwards brothers ☝️

[@davidbarker1855]

He talks a lot of sense,not like the other lot 🙏🙏KRO💙💙💙

[@bluenose118]

ty tom welcome to birmingham so thankful Kro

[@danielmassey3553]

Absolutely brilliant 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@richardthorpe8489]

Tom the excitment you have in your eyes for the club and community is unbelievable to see, the mention of craig and john will give the team the confidence and the the club the confidence to really settle this year! Kro and thank you for saving us!

[@markm1630]

Unbelievable, what a great start

[@jameslynsey3853]

This guy is taking us to the top ,he can see the potential of bcfc with our huge fanbase kro💙💙💙