'Welcome to the game, Rauw' - Puerto Rican music sensation Raúl Alejandro surprises fans, poses with Seattle Sounders jersey
'Rauw' posed with the Sounders kit on social media, sparking speculation about his potential involvement with the team
Alejandro showcases custom Sounders jersey with his name
Musician's involvement highlights crossover of music and soccer
Move sparks speculation about potential collaborations
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WHAT HAPPENED
Raúl Alejandro, the chart-topping Puerto Rican singer also know as Rauw, posed with a Seattle Sounders jersey featuring his name, creating a buzz among both music and soccer fans. The pairing has caught the attention of supporters, as Alejandro dips his toes into the world of Major League Soccer.
The photo was posted by the Sounders on social media with the caption, “Football is in his DNA. Welcome to the game, Rauw.”
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WHAT THE SEATTLE SOUNDERS POSTED
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Prior to becoming a two-time Latin Grammy winning music sensation, Raúl Alejandro played football from at the youth level before an injury ended his career.
The Puerto Rican even moved to Orlando, Florida with the intention of being scouted to play in the Premier Development League.
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WHAT’S NEXT?
While the extent of Rauw's involvement with the Sounders remains to be seen, fans can expect to see more interactions between the musician and the club. This could potentially lead to special performances at matches, collaborative merchandise, or more.