Roy Keane Left ‘Blushing’ After Italy Legend Shows Up Wearing His Shirt

Keane’s Astonishing Reaction to Del Piero’s Gesture

Manchester United legend Roy Keane was left red-faced after Italy icon Alessandro Del Piero walked into the studio wearing a shirt with Keane’s face on it. The incident occurred during a recent episode of Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football, where Keane is a regular pundit.

Del Piero, a World Cup winner with Italy in 2006, is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. He spent the majority of his career with Juventus, where he won numerous titles, including six Serie A championships and the Champions League.

Del Piero’s Admiration for Keane

Keane, meanwhile, is considered one of the best midfielders of his generation. He captained Manchester United to seven Premier League titles and was a key member of the team’s treble-winning side in 1999.

Despite their contrasting playing styles, Keane and Del Piero share a mutual respect for each other. In his autobiography, Del Piero described Keane as a “warrior” and a “true leader.”

Keane’s Embarrassed Reaction

When Del Piero walked into the studio wearing the shirt, Keane was visibly embarrassed. He blushed and looked away, trying to hide his amusement. Del Piero laughed and gave Keane a hug, who eventually joined in the laughter.

The moment was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media. Fans praised Del Piero’s gesture and Keane’s humble reaction.

Respect and Camaraderie Between Legends

The incident highlights the mutual respect and camaraderie between two of football’s greatest players. It also shows that even the most serious of pundits can have a sense of humor.