At halftime on Matchday 18 of MLS between the San Jose Earthquakes and Portland Timbers on Saturday night, a hometown fan pulled off an exceptional gesture during the traditional halftime game. From the whistle signaling the return to the locker room for the 22 actors, some regulars hastened to go to the refreshment bar to eat or refresh themselves, yet it was better to remain quietly seated to see live the extremely rare gesture of a young supporter. For this half-time challenge, three competitors were lined up in the penalty area with the common objective of shooting as close as possible to the halfway line. If the first two participants made rather correct shots with in particular a ball about ten meters from the center line, the last to start made the crowds rise. From the left, he carefully propelled the ball right into the center circle.
“That one looks good too!” started saying the club announcer before yelling, “Oh my God!” when the ball landed perfectly on the center boot of the green rectangle. Netizens have already reacted overwhelmingly to the video, believing it to be the best pass in football history and begging the Earthquakes to commit the kid in the team. Some have also compared this divine kick to the challenge offered during an NBA game. Remember, a fan has the right to one attempt to score a basket from midfield and collect a large sum of money. In San José, the winner’s prize has not been communicated but some Internet users hope that he won “a million dollars”.