The Women’s FIFA World Cup is on and the craze for the final is getting higher as Spain and England will battle it out for glory. While Spain defeated Sweden, England marched on past Australia to make their way. However, the semi-final between England and Australia had a special guest. The Australian sensation, Nick Kyrgios was seen at the Stadium Australia rooting for his nation.
In a recent revelation, his girlfriend Costeen Hatzi took to her Instagram to show the support that his boyfriend had for the national team. Also, Nick is an avid soccer fan and is constantly seen wearing his favorite club’s jersey.
Nick Kyrgios supports Australia through the stands as they play England
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In a thrilling semi-final clash that held spectators spellbound, England asserted their prowess, earning a coveted berth in the tournament finals with a resounding 3-1 victory over Australia. The match’s narrative began with Australia conceding a goal in the 36th minute, momentarily facing a setback. However, Samantha Kerr swiftly turned the tide, injecting renewed hope into Australia’s ranks with a well-executed goal that mirrored her indomitable spirit.
Amidst the flows of the match, Nick Kyrgios stood as a beacon of support, his exuberance radiating from the sidelines and encapsulating the fervor of every Australian fan. Moved by Kyrgios’ excitement, Costeen promptly shared the moment on Instagram, a snapshot of unbridled enthusiasm, and tagged Samantha Kerr to commemorate the pivotal goal.
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Yet, England’s late-game surge dashed any dreams of an Australian comeback. Despite Kerr’s commendable contribution, the unwavering determination of England’s team ultimately proved insurmountable. The semi-final spectacle captured the essence of sportsmanship – the thrill of competition, the heartache of defeat, and the resilience that defines athletes as they strive for glory on the global stage.
Not only this, Nick is a die-hard football fan and supports a Premier League team.
Nick is a die-hard Tottenham Hotspur fan
It is no surprise that Nick has been open about supporting his favorite soccer team, Tottenham Hotspur. The Australian player is often seen wearing the club’s jersey and rooting for them when they play. Interestingly, he made his way into the finals of Wimbledon 2022 but eventually lost to Novak Djokovic.
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🇦🇺Nick Kyrgios – Tottenham Hotspur
Just as Emma did, Nick showed up to the practice courts in a Spurs shirt. Himself and Thanasi Kokkinakis won the doubles last year, can they repeat this feat once again, or will Nick finally win his first Grand Slam? pic.twitter.com/G7AN7fkQSP
— Dan – Retro Shirts FC (@RetroShirtsFC) January 15, 2023
Relating to this, many suggested that it is the Spurs curse that did not allow him to lay his hands on the prestigious trophy. Thus, Nick Kyrgios has been an avid soccer fan throughout his life. His recent support for the Australian team is a fine example of that.
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However, the shocking Australian defeat is something that he would not have expected. Nevertheless, soccer is just like tennis, a game of total uncertainties. The best one wins and the other one has to satisfy with the loss. This loss will pave the way for Australia to work harder and make a stronger comeback when they play after 4 years.
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