Edmonton Oilers' sensation, Leon Draisaitl, turned heads at the team's annual Halloween bash. This year's event saw Oilers players and their partners flaunting a variety of creative costumes.
Draisaitl and his girlfriend, Celeste, decided to go as none other than David and Victoria Beckham. Draisaitl's costume was a remarkable recreation of the former soccer superstar, complete with a Manchester United jersey, tattoo sleeve, and a headband. His transformation into the three-time 50-goal scorer was nothing short of impressive.
Even David Beckham himself was impressed with Draisaitl's tribute costume. The Premier League legend shared a snapshot of Draisaitl's costume on his Instagram story, showcasing it to his extensive following of 84.4 million fans. The post also drew a comment from Alphonso Davies, another notable figure in soccer who hails from Edmonton and currently plays for Bayern Munich in the German Bundesliga.
Draisaitl's love for soccer is well-documented. In 2020, he openly expressed his support for FC Köln, a team based in Cologne that competes in the German Bundesliga. He spoke of his affection for the team, stating,
In 2020, Draisaitl made history as the first ice hockey player to be named German sportsman of the year, a testament to his impact in the sports world.
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