Former Anfield legend Lucas Leiva was a special guest at the opening of Liverpool FC retail store in Gateway, Durban on Saturday, 3 October.
The retired footballer used the opportunity to explore the city and try some local cuisine.
LIVERPOOL FC RETAIL STORE OPENS IN GATEWAY
On Saturday, scores of Reds fans flocked to Gateway in Durban for the opening of the Liverpool FC Retail store, the third of its kind in South Africa.
Making a special appearance were former Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva and a replica of the Premier League trophy, which the club won last year.
The Brazilian-born player signed autographs and merchandise for fans outside the store. He also happily posed for selfies with fans of all ages.
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LUCAS LEIVA ENJOYS DURBAN BUNNY CHOW
Ahead of the Gateway store opening, Lucas Leiva hosted a walk with Liverpool fans along the Umhlanga promenade on Friday.
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The 39-year-old also indulged in a bunny chow, a typical Durban cuisine, which he surprisingly claimed was not spicy enough!
Lucas told East Coast Radio: “I like it, but it’s not that spicy, I expected more”.
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