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Los Angeles, CA, Saturday, February 6, 2021 – Lakers teammates enjoy their pregame ritual before taking on the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

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Los Angeles, CA, Saturday, February 6, 2021 – Lakers teammates enjoy their pregame ritual before taking on the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
In a surprising event, the Italian football club Juventus and the Los Angeles Lakers crossed paths in the city of LA. This unexpected meeting of the two influential brands has brought a renowned soccer star Paul Pogba for a collaboration, much to the amusement of the Laker nation. The encounter sparked a wave of reactions from fans, with some expressing excitement and others unleashing their trolling skills.
Pogba’s arrival and pose for a jersey swap with the Lakers triggered relentless trolling from the Lakers’ devoted fan base.
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Juventus and Lakers Unite for a big sports event
The Los Angeles Lakers took to their official Instagram handle to share a picture of Paul Pogba posing with a Lakers jersey alongside a caption that read: “Nothing like a #LakeShow welcome. Great to have @juventus and Paul Pogba in the City of Angels!”.
The convergence of such powerhouse sports brands is a testament to their global reach. Juventus is one of the most successful football clubs in Italy that has a loyal fan base. On the other hand, the Lakers are a formidable force in the NBA that has a storied legacy and a massive following.
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The 23-year-old French midfielder Pogba has established himself as one of the most valuable players in the world of soccer. Pogba’s journey to stardom began at a young age, and he quickly caught the attention of top clubs.
After starting his professional career at Manchester United, Pogba made a name for himself. In 2016, he made a record-breaking transfer to Juventus, where he further solidified his reputation as a world-class player. Pogba’s success led to his return to Manchester United in 2016, with a staggering transfer fee of $125,000,000, making him one of the most expensive players in history.
This unexpected collaboration between Pogba and the Lakers caught the attention of fans and ignited a flurry of reactions.
Disgruntled fans questioned the collaboration
Some fans couldn’t help but question Pogba’s potential in basketball, one fan playfully jesting, “Pogba didn’t get hurt doing this?”.
Another fan playfully highlights the contrast between the sports “Pogba don’t want no damn Jaxson Hayes jersey 😂”
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However, not all responses were as light-hearted as some fans were even more furious regarding the choice of Juventus for this collaboration, “Nah man… whoever but not the Juventus”. Another disgruntled fan expressed their aversion to Juventus, deeming them the “worst team in Italy”.
Nevertheless, amidst the skepticism, there were still dedicated fans who rejoiced at the unique collaboration. Among them were those who were both Lakers fans and fervent Juventus supporters. One of them wrote, “As a die hard lakers fan from italy and a die hard juventus supporter thats goold for meeee letsgoooo juveeeeeeeee🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥”
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This unique collaboration highlights the global influence of both clubs and the star power of Paul Pogba. While some fans expressed their excitement, others couldn’t resist the urge to troll. Regardless of the reactions, the event was a captivating spectacle.
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