Iker Muniain, the story of how the River fanatic Basque made it to see the Madrid final

Football is the passion of the multitudes. But the fanaticism of the fans for Argentine teams is not only manifested locally, but also transcends borders. In this case, a particular protagonist has declared his love for River Plate and told an anecdote that caught the attention of many on social networks.

It’s about the Spanish steering wheel Iker Muniainplayer of Atletico Bilbao. The 10 is an avowed fan of River and in 2012 he expressed his passion for the Nuñez club.

“River Plate is a team that I have always liked, especially for the great fans they have, who always encourage the team, and the truth is that I admire them a lot. I follow all the matches and wish them the best.” he said on that occasion, showing that his heart is red and white.

But now, it’s gone a step further. The man from Pamplona, ​​who was directed by Marcelo Bielsa in that historic campaign in which Bilbao reached two finals in 2012, recounted his great madness in great detail: participated in disguise in the Copa Libertadores final between Boca and River at the Bernabéu in 2018.

The captain and crest of the Athletic Club participated in a television program in which guests were asked if they had ever disguised themselves so as not to be recognized.

There Muniain took the floor and began by explaining the importance of the final of the continental competition played between the two Argentine teams and the reason for the transfer to the Spanish capital.

After putting the members of the program in the car, the player continued: “I am a big fan of River Plate. So I said: ‘Hostia, they bring the game here, I have to go to Madrid to see that game. my team to cheer ‘”.

As if that weren’t enough, Athletic Bilbao were playing for relegation in the Spanish league in those days. But his love of him for River Plate attracted him more than the miserable sporting gift of the Spanish institution.

“We were in decline, it was December, the team was horrible, they fired the manager … The worst situation imaginable,” he portrayed.

Iker knew his team’s match would be the day after the grand finale between Boca and River and, knowing he would be a substitute, he decided to join in anyway to encourage.

“I called Omar, a trusted person, and told him to rent a van to go to Madrid. We arrived and there were 50,000 people from the River Plate … I couldn’t go like this with my face uncovered. I got a wig, some glasses, a hat and a scarf and we went out on the street. I was like a brave bar, “recognized the steering wheel.

And he added: “We went with the River Plate fans and there was a security check. So, the National Police was waiting. I arrived with my wig, my glasses, a policeman staring at me and I think he has me. He looks at his face towards me and says ‘pass pass’. When I have walked 50 meters I turn around and the policeman is looking at me, “Muniain closed, suspecting that security had recognized him.

Who is Iker Muniain?

Iker Muniain was born on December 19, 1992 in Pamplona, ​​Spain. He’s a a man from the clubhe spent his entire career in Athletic Club of Bilbao. From the lower divisions to the First Division.

In this club he is a record holder. He is the youngest player to make his debut and to score a goal with the shirt of lions.

He arrived with 12 years at the quarry of Red and white. In training with the Prima he showed self-confidence and a lot of talent. This led him to debut at just 16 against Young Boys for the Europa League.

He earned the nickname Bart Simpson, for his youthful features and his rebellion in training. But he is now a real man.

Muniain is about to turn 30 and has been wearing the captain’s armband for some seasons when Susaeta, another long-time player of the team, left the club. At the moment he will have for many more years in the Basque Country club, but if in the future he decides to leave the institute, he could play for River, the club of his loves.