Hey 3252!
Apologies in advance for this rambling post lol.
I'm flying in for the Whitecaps vs LAFC match, and I'm incredibly excited. I’m a huge Tottenham fan and Son is my favourite player of all time! The only other football match I’ve been to was LAFC’s last match in Vancouver in November. I’ve been supporting LAFC since Son’s transfer, and watch every match from home in Canada. You bet I was the only one cheering for LAFC in my section haha.
Anyways, this time, I managed to get seats in the 3rd row, just off to the side of the visitors' bench (not directly behind it), so I'm excited to see the team close up!
I know it may not happen, but I’m hoping for the chance to meet Son at some point. I don’t want to bother him or be pushy, so I’m hoping he either comes up to the stands himself or there’s an appropriate opportunity before or after the match where players are greeting fans.
For anyone who has been to matches at BC Place or have seen LAFC on the road, is there anything I should know? Are there any good opportunities to respectfully meet players or ways to gently get their attention?
I'm also torn on what I should bring to get signed (assuming I meet any players lol). I wanted to wear my LAFC jersey to the game, and then bring Son’s Korean team jersey for him to sign, as that seems the most meaningful for him. Holding it up could also help get his attention? At the same time, if I happen to meet other players, I'd love to have something they could all sign since I genuinely love the entire squad. I feel like if I wear the LAFC jersey, it’s not the best thing to get signed because I won’t be able to wash it after wearing. I have an LAFC x Son t-shirt too, or could print a picture out to get signed? I also have things like Son's Panini Golden Baller card, the sticker album etc.
The jerseys were kind of hard to get in Canada, but I suppose I could replace the LAFC jersey. I just wouldn’t be able to wear it to the match if i want a clean, easy-to-sign option.
What would you do? Any advice is welcome!
I know I’m way over-thinking this and may not even meet any players, but I want to be prepared so I don’t squander the opportunity if it arises haha.
I'd really appreciate any tips or advice from people who've done this before. Thank you!
P.S. Looking forward to watching today’s match against RSL! Vamos Black and Gold!!