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“Deserves an NFL Team”: 38,310 Passionate Fans Embrace St. Louis Game as Viral Photos Spark a Wildfire

Published 03/13/2023, 8:30 AM EDT

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Spring football is running in full gear. The XFL is dashing hot, and football fans are ecstatic. Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia have revamped spring football season in the finest way possible. Moreover, the league is heading into places where the NFL is not. St. Louis saw the return of football, and the fans are embracing the record-shattering attendance.

The XFL’s return marked new beginnings for spring football. The revamped professional football league saw the return of eight teams, while a few went for some location revamps. The crowd of St. Louis, Missouri, can attend a football game after ages, and the fans showed love toward the St. Louis Battlehawks.

It’s a record-breaking crowd, but not for an NFL game

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The St. Louis Battlehawks hosted the Arlington Renegades at The Dome at America’s Center. The fans recognized the return of football in St. Louis. A record-setting 38,310 fans showed up at the venue, which can hold 66,965 spectators to support their home team.

The 38,310 total might look like a small number when compared with the NFL. But since the XFL came off a significant overhaul, it is a big success. The fans also agree to it and are expecting the return of the National Football league in the area someday.

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NFL Insider Field Yates acknowledged the St. Louis crowd and said, “The city of St. Louis still deserves an NFL team.”

Another user said he cannot find a reason St. Louis should not have an NFL team.

This user said the Battlehawks have more fans than the Chargers.

This user said the franchise has more fans than the Rams.

Moreover, this user said the Battlehawks are here to stay.

Another user said the numbers are higher than in a Jaguars game.

Furthermore, this user said the St. Louis crowd is loyal to their sports teams.

Not just the record-breaking attendance, but the Battlehawks and the defenders put on a show for the fans.

The Battlehawks showed the Renegades who’s superior at home

It was not just a return for football in STL. The Battlehawks showcased their dominance throughout the game. AJ McCarron led a solid play against the visiting franchise. The battle of supremacy saw the Battlehawks winning 24-11 over the Renegades.

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The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth battle between both teams. The Renegades pulled up 11 points, but St. Louis battled back. McCarron led the team and picked a 3-1 record for the franchise.

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The Battlehawks must be ecstatic after putting up a stellar showcase for St. Louis crowd.

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Pavitra Shome

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