Joseph Baena, son of the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger, is making waves not just in the world of bodybuilding but also in the realm of soccer. The 26-year-old fitness enthusiast made headlines as he attended a thrilling soccer match during his trip to Germany.
The match he attended was between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98, and Baena was seen passionately cheering for Dortmund, who emerged victorious with a 4-0 scoreline. The excitement of this historic moment was captured and shared by Baena himself, who took to Instagram to share his experience.
In his Instagram story post, Baena described the electrifying atmosphere of the stadium, which seemed to be drenched in yellow—the color of Dortmund’s supporters. He captioned his post with “The Yellow Wall,” showcasing the immense support for the team. The excitement increased when Marco Reus, Dortmund’s star player, showcased his skill with a free-kick from the left corner of the box, narrowly missing the goal.
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Moments later, Reus hammered the ball against the crossbar, setting the stage for an intense showdown. It was a nail-biting moment when the ball fell to Maatsen, who capitalized on the opportunity to score the opening goal for Dortmund after a swift one-two play with Reus. The crowd erupted in cheers as Dortmund took the lead. But the excitement didn’t stop there. Eight minutes later, Reus showcased his brilliance once again, scoring a dream goal with a direct free-kick from 17 meters out.
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The ball soared into the top-left corner of the net, leaving fans in awe. For Baena, witnessing such thrilling moments firsthand was undoubtedly a goosebumps-inducing experience. His passion for soccer, evident from his enthusiastic support for Dortmund, adds another dimension to his already impressive persona in fitness and sports. Moreover, since April, his love for soccer has come to light, and on May 18, he joked about being hired by RB Leipzig as a “free agent.”
Joseph Baena’s newfound love for soccer
After the Arnold Classic South America, Baena attended the Paulistão final between Palmeiras and Santos at Allianz Parque. Palmeiras’ official Instagram posted a picture of Baena holding a custom jersey with “Joseph” on the back. The caption, in Portuguese, celebrated his presence, translating to “International presence at Allianz Parque.”
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Now, Baena shared his excitement about a playful stint with RB Leipzig. He posted photos and a video, jokingly captioned, “From Sunday league to getting picked up by @rbleipzig as a free agent.” Baena clarified it was a “1 day contract,” highlighting the fun nature of the experience. RB Leipzig, a two-time German Cup winner, welcomed him warmly.
Joseph Baena’s growing passion for soccer, highlighted by his playful stint with RB Leipzig and attendance at major matches, showcases his diverse interests beyond bodybuilding, capturing fans’ hearts worldwide.