Real! Tonite’s The Nite

TORONTO — With such legendary players as Raul, Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo on the roster, it’s hard to avoid feeling a bit star-struck at the idea of Real Madrid coming to BMO Field for a friendly against Toronto FC. While the Reds themselves are delighted and excited to be playing the Spanish giants, the idolatry will be withheld for at least 90 minutes on Friday night.

“I’m not going to be in awe or anything, at least not on the pitch,” said defender Marvell Wynne. “We’ll wait until we get off the pitch, then I’ll probably be giggling like a schoolgirl trying to get an autograph or a jersey. But on the pitch, I’ll treat them just like another player.”

It’s clear that this game is more than just a regular exhibition. Public interest in Toronto surrounding Los Galacticos’ visit is so high that not only is the game itself sold out, but a near-capacity crowd is expected at BMO Field for a Real Madrid open practice on Thursday night.

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