When Tom Brady signed off from the NFL in 2023, few expected his next highlight reel would come from a pitch instead of a pocket. But on a rainy Wednesday in Birmingham, England, it wasn’t a Hail Mary that sent fans roaring—it was history. The club he partially owns, Birmingham City Football Club, had just shattered an all-time English Football League points record. And Brady? The seven-time Super Bowl champ couldn’t find the words—only fire emojis.

On his Instagram story, Brady shared BCFC’s announcement with visible pride, reacting to the achievement that few saw coming when he bought in. The club’s post read: “A NEW @EFL POINTS RECORD. CHRIS DAVIES’ BIRMINGHAM CITY.” It was a moment that crystallized what Brady’s minority ownership has meant—not just to investors, but to a resurgent football culture in England.

On Wednesday, Brady’s Blues secured a 2-0 victory over Blackpool to etch their name in the record books with an EFL record 108 points in a single season—surpassing Reading’s 106-point feat from 2005–06. And just a while earlier, Birmingham’s 4-0 demolition of Mansfield had already broken League One’s points record, eclipsing the 103 tally set by Wolves in 2013–14.

Since their relegation from the Championship, the Midlands-based club has flipped the script. They’re now not only returning to the second tier of English football but doing it with dominance—most goals scored (82), fewest conceded (30), and just three losses across 45 games. On May 2nd, they’ll face Cambridge United in the season finale, riding the momentum of a campaign for the ages.

Tom Brady’s impact as the co-owner of Birmingham City

Tom Brady bought into Birmingham City in August 2023, acquiring a 3.3% minority stake. But his influence extends far beyond shareholder meetings. Appointed chairman of the advisory board, Brady has worked closely with the executive team, lending insight on leadership, recovery, wellness, and performance culture. His presence has raised not just eyebrows but expectations.

“I’ve got a lot to learn,” Brady admitted when he joined. “But I do know a few things about winning, and I think they may translate pretty well.” Since then, the club’s upward trajectory has vindicated that confidence.

Brady’s involvement also appears to be attracting high-profile allies. According to BirminghamLive, new investors include his longtime body coach Alex Guerrero, representatives from Religion of Sports (Brady’s media company), and entrepreneur Ameeth Sankaran—highlighting a growing ecosystem of Brady-backed support within the club’s ownership group, Shelby Companies Limited (SCL).

In April, Brady made a high-profile appearance at Wembley Stadium for the EFL Trophy Final between Birmingham and Peterborough. Although the Blues lost 2-0, Brady’s presence sent a message: this wasn’t a one-off investment—it’s a long-term play. Fans took notice, as did fellow investors, amplifying the visibility and marketability of the club.

From Foxborough to the Football League, Brady’s name still commands attention. And now, with Birmingham City rewriting history, he’s doing something he rarely did during his NFL career—watching from the sidelines, beaming with pride.