An interview with Thomas Wagner

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  • Опубліковано 12 лип 2023
  • 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
    @Princey2k24 Рік тому +220

    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
      @bluessumlin...7067 Рік тому +7

      I am crying tears of joy!🙂KRO!

    • @adambartlett6277
      @adambartlett6277 11 місяців тому

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

    • @ForzaNapolI1875
      @ForzaNapolI1875 11 місяців тому

      lol@@adambartlett6277

  • @dan19752008
    @dan19752008 Рік тому +12

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

    • @atnyxrl
      @atnyxrl Рік тому +5

      Respect

    • @hej97
      @hej97 Рік тому +3

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

  • @SsorLoser
    @SsorLoser Рік тому +78

    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
      @lawtonify Рік тому

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

    • @SsorLoser
      @SsorLoser Рік тому +2

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

  • @jimallsop3438
    @jimallsop3438 Рік тому +59

    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
      @Doggomorph Рік тому

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

  • @gerard279
    @gerard279 Рік тому +60

    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
      @atnyxrl Рік тому +6

      Respect, hope to see you in a few seasons

    • @mape5512
      @mape5512 Рік тому +13

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

    • @atnyxrl
      @atnyxrl Рік тому +10

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

    • @gerard279
      @gerard279 Рік тому +3

      @@mape5512 Would be class!

    • @nigelphillips6011
      @nigelphillips6011 Рік тому +2

      Absolutely buzzing love this

  • @carolsandland2933
    @carolsandland2933 Рік тому +122

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

    • @steven-fx5cn
      @steven-fx5cn Рік тому +1

      Don't get your hopes up

    • @daleford4861
      @daleford4861 Рік тому

      ​@@steven-fx5cn why?

    • @atnyxrl
      @atnyxrl Рік тому +2

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

  • @wolfman9132
    @wolfman9132 Рік тому +4

    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.👍

  • @user-ki4lq1jo6d
    @user-ki4lq1jo6d Рік тому +17

    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
    @_anti_hero Рік тому +14

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

  • @hawaiisteve932
    @hawaiisteve932 Рік тому +27

    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 .

  • @Hazman35
    @Hazman35 Рік тому +64

    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
      @fiddler8395 Рік тому +5

      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
      @lawtonify Рік тому +3

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

  • @FightOn49ers
    @FightOn49ers Рік тому +23

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

  • @adamw2307
    @adamw2307 Рік тому +11

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

  • @brumiematt8808
    @brumiematt8808 Рік тому +11

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

  • @zuluwarrior1263
    @zuluwarrior1263 Рік тому +11

    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

  • @johnhodges7891
    @johnhodges7891 Рік тому +3

    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 👍🏻

  • @bobbyblue1953
    @bobbyblue1953 Рік тому +25

    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

  • @ynothump2566
    @ynothump2566 Рік тому +51

    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 ❤

  • @BrummieJoe
    @BrummieJoe Рік тому +5

    I love him

    • @JustMyFish
      @JustMyFish Рік тому

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

  • @danruss12338
    @danruss12338 Рік тому +5

    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 👍

  • @standenberg
    @standenberg Рік тому +20

    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

  • @desgardner7169
    @desgardner7169 Рік тому +3

    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

  • @chrisbaker7136
    @chrisbaker7136 Рік тому +6

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

  • @malcolmford8408
    @malcolmford8408 Рік тому +2

    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!!!!

  • @DjMarkyBatch
    @DjMarkyBatch Рік тому +3

    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!!

  • @jtb_001
    @jtb_001 Рік тому +29

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

  • @mikeburke2488
    @mikeburke2488 Рік тому +2

    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.

  • @gold_7188
    @gold_7188 Рік тому +14

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

  • @jamieblack516
    @jamieblack516 Рік тому +2

    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

  • @loservibez4572
    @loservibez4572 Рік тому +2

    As a man who only watches the men’s to hear him speak about the future of the women’s too makes me wanna watch the women’s too

  • @stu722
    @stu722 Рік тому +2

    This is the start of something special!!! KRO

  • @flashbevan9201
    @flashbevan9201 Рік тому +2

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

  • @DeanoManning
    @DeanoManning Рік тому +5

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

  • @alanmgormley
    @alanmgormley Рік тому +7

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

  • @simsy7534
    @simsy7534 Рік тому +2

    KEEP RIGHT ON💙💙💙💙

  • @michaelketley876
    @michaelketley876 Рік тому +3

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

  • @rosaryboy4271
    @rosaryboy4271 Рік тому +9

    Brilliant news 😊about time we have owners who care SOTV

  • @sleepwalker6825
    @sleepwalker6825 Рік тому +4

    Cheers ... That's clear as Mud

  • @niallfox1481
    @niallfox1481 Рік тому +8

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

  • @gingerbrummie
    @gingerbrummie Рік тому +11

    Here’s to a new era

  • @JustJoeMag
    @JustJoeMag Рік тому +25

    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

  • @markeldridge7456
    @markeldridge7456 Рік тому +2

    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

  • @K.R.O1875
    @K.R.O1875 Рік тому +8

    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.

  • @robsimpson2951
    @robsimpson2951 Рік тому +7

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

  • @bluesmad2948
    @bluesmad2948 Рік тому +1

    This is going to be good, I'm very excited to see these steps take place. Come on the blues. Keep right on. Thankyou tom and welcome to st Andrews.

  • @TheUnfortunateFilms
    @TheUnfortunateFilms Рік тому +3

    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!

  • @rupertjamesconway2710
    @rupertjamesconway2710 Рік тому +3

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

  • @CLPCharlie18
    @CLPCharlie18 Рік тому +17

    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

  • @rlatham88
    @rlatham88 Рік тому +13

    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

  • @Imperial-GB
    @Imperial-GB Рік тому +10

    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 💙

  • @Imafish_10
    @Imafish_10 Рік тому +9

    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

  • @deannoble673
    @deannoble673 Рік тому +4

    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?

  • @hiphopzw4life
    @hiphopzw4life Рік тому +23

    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 💙

  • @user-fw7uz7ge1c
    @user-fw7uz7ge1c Рік тому +2

    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

  • @brandon6801
    @brandon6801 Рік тому +3

    Oh I love him already, thank you Tom KRO💙

  • @KC-vs5qq
    @KC-vs5qq Рік тому +3

    This guy is super intelligent. I hope he delivers for Birmingham City FC.

  • @jubrum2476
    @jubrum2476 Рік тому +3

    Let’s hope they can return the Blues back to the best team in the midlands. Wolves and West Brom have been the best more recently but the Blues need to be above them all once again.

  • @Bigronda1232
    @Bigronda1232 Рік тому +10

    I could actually cry, new era ❤

  • @cydonianknight332
    @cydonianknight332 Рік тому +5

    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

  • @johnhodges7891
    @johnhodges7891 Рік тому +6

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

  • @johnhughes612
    @johnhughes612 Рік тому +9

    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.

  • @Moyzeh
    @Moyzeh Рік тому +4

    I love this man

  • @MontyYT578
    @MontyYT578 Рік тому +7

    Wagner told me he hates the Villa

  • @markhealey3831
    @markhealey3831 Рік тому +1

    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 !!

  • @davidbarker1855
    @davidbarker1855 Рік тому +3

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

  • @ianwall
    @ianwall Рік тому +3

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

  • @EnglishICE
    @EnglishICE Рік тому +3

    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 🔵⚪️

  • @amahazzard1546
    @amahazzard1546 Рік тому +2

    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 💙

  • @milky5640
    @milky5640 Рік тому +13

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

  • @drkonnichiwa1910
    @drkonnichiwa1910 Рік тому +3

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

  • @Ollies-shorts
    @Ollies-shorts Рік тому +5

    Thank you wagner with all my heart

  • @benjaminpugsley1849
    @benjaminpugsley1849 Рік тому +2

    I’m in tears!!! KEEP RIGHT ON!! 💙💙💙💙

  • @ducky-hdz5473
    @ducky-hdz5473 Рік тому +3

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

  • @deanthompson68
    @deanthompson68 Рік тому +5

    Brilliant interview

  • @garysheriff7235
    @garysheriff7235 Рік тому +4

    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

  • @bluessumlin...7067
    @bluessumlin...7067 Рік тому +4

    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!

  • @dorsetblues4897
    @dorsetblues4897 Рік тому +2

    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💙

  • @isjg78
    @isjg78 Рік тому +3

    I really like this guy👍

  • @jonny1458
    @jonny1458 Рік тому +10

    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

  • @Ben1990
    @Ben1990 Рік тому +2

    We have our club back! KRO 💙

  • @user-yw2wg8oi9g
    @user-yw2wg8oi9g Рік тому +3

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

  • @tomwalton6661
    @tomwalton6661 Рік тому +3

    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!!!💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @BluenoseTom
    @BluenoseTom Рік тому +11

    Love it! That is passion!

  • @Bengully
    @Bengully Рік тому +5

    Really impressed by this interview

  • @DANE89
    @DANE89 Рік тому +4

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

  • @GonzoJamie
    @GonzoJamie Рік тому +24

    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.

  • @TheBirchwoodVampire
    @TheBirchwoodVampire Рік тому +3

    The tears of joy are flowing.

  • @alan5391
    @alan5391 Рік тому +2

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

  • @rstar3457
    @rstar3457 Рік тому +5

    GET INNNNNN PLEASE LET RHE YEARS OF HURT BE OVER

  • @bcfc87francis
    @bcfc87francis Рік тому +1

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

  • @SirKaje
    @SirKaje Рік тому +11

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

  • @mikeyf4018
    @mikeyf4018 Рік тому +2

    We heard more from Tom than the last 2 owners in their complete ownership and this is his first day ......

  • @JUKEYxx
    @JUKEYxx Рік тому +4

    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.

  • @bluenosebrum8164
    @bluenosebrum8164 Рік тому +3

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

  • @ROBSHARRED
    @ROBSHARRED Рік тому +3

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

  • @bluenose118
    @bluenose118 Рік тому +2

    ty tom welcome to birmingham so thankful Kro

  • @mikeburke2488
    @mikeburke2488 Рік тому +1

    As someone who started watching the Blues'in 1972, I have heary many promises to wake up the sleeping giant of Birmingham City but I think that this is someone better equipped than most to accomplish that task.

  • @demarshall8628
    @demarshall8628 Рік тому +2

    Welcome and thank you KRO

  • @danielmassey3553
    @danielmassey3553 Рік тому +3

    Absolutely brilliant 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @bostonbrum5288
    @bostonbrum5288 Рік тому +5

    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.