As I walked up to the gates of the Roger's Centre, which has been pointed out as a rather odd place for a game, instead of BMO field, all I saw was a parade of red and white TFC supporters. It was actually a magical sight. As a Toronto native, I was torn between cheering on my home team, the Toronto Football Club, or my personal preference David Beckham and the LA Galaxy's. Tough choice.
But it was hard not to support TFC once inside of the Stadium, which for the first time in my eyes had been transformed into a huge soccer field. The stadium was wall-to-wall red and by the chanting it was clear that TFC was the supported team at the venue. Over 47,000 spectators at the sold-out game!However, I still could not help myself but gush at even the slightest sight of the iconic 23 on the back of Beckham's jersey.
It may sound ridiculous, but it has always been a dream of mine to see him play, and him nearing 40 years of age, I am glad I got to while I had my chance. Playing soccer for over 17 years has had no affect on his good looks, if I may add!
Before the game started, we watched as Beckham warmed up with some young fans from the stands, even hi-fiving a young boy who held his hand in shock that he just help Beck's warm up! It was cute to say the least, and definitely made all of the women who were already drooling, gush with utter joy!
But besides the game itself, which I found quite intriguing as I tried to gain as much soccer knowledge from the friends I had with me, I was quite embarrassed at the "Greeting" that us Torontoians gave Beckham! David Beckham is nothing less than a Soccer Legend in my eyes, and as I watched Red and White streamers rain down on him every time he tried to corner-kick I couldn't help but feel bad for the guy.
But he pushed them off without complaint, even getting caught in some at one point. But it was the raining down of garbage: full beer cans, that really insulted him, as he picked up one of the cans and looked up at the "thrower" in disbelief. I was mortified at the thought that someone would have done that to anyone, let alone David Freaking Beckham!
But Beckham is a stand up guy. “Tonight was a great atmosphere,” he told Sportsnet as the players left the field, “The majority were here to enjoy the spectacle. It’s a shame some people spoiled it, but it was a great atmosphere.”
At least he seemed to have enjoyed his stay at the Roger's Centre, also stating that he loves playing to big stadiums such as this and was happy to see that Soccer, or rather football was finally catching on as a North American Sport. I know that I cannot wait to go to another game, and will never forget seeing his hot self play!
Here is some pictures from Wednesday's game! xx*courtney.
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Roger's Centre Transformed! |
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Red & White all the way! |
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Even had fireworks! |
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Beck's getting caught in streamers! |
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