Declan Rice, a player for Arsenal, once identified the former Real Madrid player whose shirt he consistently worn during his childhood.

Declan Rice, a player for Arsenal, once identified the former Real Madrid player whose shirt he consistently worn during his childhood. Declan Rice was Arsenal’s hero in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid,

 

 

 

as he scored a brace of free-kicks that will be remembered for years. Alan Shearer praised Rice’s performance against Real Madrid as a whole, stating that he “well and truly grabbed the headlines.” The Englishman received rave accolades for his outstanding display. Rice’s masterclass against Real Madrid and his exploits for Arsenal were so lauded by the Spanish media that anyone associated with the beautiful game was compelled to sing his praises.

 

 

 

 

 

The former West Ham United midfielder will be determined to deliver yet another memorable performance in order to secure the Gunners’ spot in the semi-finals of the competition prior to the second leg. Declan Rice, who will be wearing his game face as Arsenal prepares to face Real Madrid, acknowledged in 2022 that he was a fervent admirer of David Beckham during his tenure at the Santiago Bernabeu.

 

 

 

 

 

Declan Rice stated that he consistently donned David Beckham’s Real Madrid jersey. Rice, in an interview with GOAL’s ‘Box 2 Box’, described Beckham’s iconic Real Madrid shirt from the 2003/2004 season as his “favourite” shirt in history prior to his signing with Arsenal. He recollected, “I remember going on holiday, being with my brothers, being with my family, and literally, non-stop, all holiday wearing this shirt.”

 

 

 

 

I believe it is iconic, as it clearly features Becks on the reverse. Yes, I have a lot of fond recollections of this as a child. It is likely my most cherished kit of all time. “As a child, it was a dream to have Becks on the back and wear this shirt, as he was the icon of all the good players.” Rice, who is currently a midfielder for Arsenal, was asked whether David Beckham was the most talented player on the Real Madrid squad at the time.

 

 

 

 

The team was comprised of legends such as Ronaldo Nazario, Raul, and Luis Figo. Ronaldo was the standout performer for the 27-year-old, as he stated nearly three years ago: “What a question.” I would not assert that he was the most exceptional player on this squad; however, I will have to settle for R9. I was a young person at the time, so for me, the act of observing these athletes was more significant.

 

 

 

 

You would see their clips on YouTube and the significant moments they had in games. He was a significant factor in that. “He received some of the best assists for all of these players.” Becks would be my top choice, but R9 was likely my favourite. Unbelievable. However, what an outfit! I wish it was more fitting. In the match against Real Madrid, the Arsenal player replicated a rare accomplishment by David Beckham.

 

 

 

 

Rice has been likened to David Beckham and Steven Gerrard, as he aspires to emulate the two English legends in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. It is worth noting that Rice became the only second English player to score a free kick against Real Madrid in a Champions League match in the first leg, following Beckham.