Jurgen Klopp recounts is first meeting with Siya Kolisi
Renowned German football executive and former manager Jurgen Klopp recently shared the story of how he crossed paths with Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.
The memorable encounter unfolded during a visit to Cape Town.
In a recent Instagram interview, Klopp recalled dining with friends at a restaurant in Camps Bay when Kolisi was spotted nearby.
“We were at a restaurant in Cape Town, Camps Bay. I was there with friends, and as a German, rugby isn’t a big sport for us,” Klopp explained.
“My friend, who’s half French and half English, returned from the restroom saying, ‘My God, Siya Kolisi is here.’ So, I walked over to have a look.”
To Klopp’s surprise, Kolisi recognized him and revealed himself to be a Liverpool supporter, sparking a conversation between the two.
The former All Blacks fan also admitted that his allegiance has shifted: “I didn’t know Siya Kolisi was a Liverpool supporter. And now, I’m a Springboks fan.”
It’s a meeting of champions that bridges the worlds of football and rugby, united by mutual admiration.
