Supporters of the Norwegian club Viking FK reportedly set off fireworks near Bayern Munich’s team hotel at 1:30 AM ahead of the Champions League clash, apparently deciding that a good night’s sleep for the visitors was optional.
Forget tactical analysis, pressing triggers, or studying Vincent Kompany’s system. The game plan apparently includes a little amateur pyrotechnics and hoping the Bayern Munich squad wakes up on the wrong side of the bed.
Hey…it can’t hurt!
To be fair, Viking is preparing for one of the biggest matches in their club’s history. The underdogs will need every possible advantage against a Bayern Munich side packed with world-class talent. If a few fireworks can get the fans fired up and make the visitors a little less comfortable, they are certainly going to give it a shot.
Viking Stavanger fans set off fireworks near Bayern's team hotel around 1:30 am to disturb the players' sleep
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Unfortunately for Viking, there is one small problem with this strategy — Bayern Munich has Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Luis Díaz. These are not exactly the sort of players you want facing you when they are motivated to take out their frustration on the opposition.
Congratulations to Viking’s supporters for winning the pre-match battle of who can make the most noise at 1:30 AM. Now let us see if their team can make some noise when the actual football starts.
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