Soccer star Zlatan Ibrahimovic delights fans with hilarious post in Yankees jersey


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Global soccer sensation Zlatan Ibrahimovic brought his charisma to Yankee Stadium last Friday, throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the Yankees took on the Toronto Blue Jays. Even though the Yankees fell 5-8, Zlatan’s appearance was the talk of the town the next day.
On Saturday, Zlatan shared a playful post on social media, rocking a Yankees jersey and captioning it, “I am MLB.” The post went viral in no time, with fans getting a kick out of his humor and many commenting on how great he looked in pinstripes.
I AM @MLB pic.twitter.com/pAfK0lSJGq
— Zlatan Ibrahimović (@Ibra_official) August 3, 2024
Before the game, Zlatan was spotted snapping a photo with Yankees’ star Aaron Judge. The Swedish soccer legend, recognizing the incredible season Judge is having, was clearly enjoying his time as an honored guest.

Who is Zlatan Ibrahimovic?
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a Swedish soccer player who kicked off his career with Malmö FF. He shot to international fame with stints at top European clubs like Ajax, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Juventus, AC Milan, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain. He also left a lasting mark in the U.S. while playing for the LA Galaxy.
Known for his larger-than-life personality and stellar career, Zlatan is a global icon whose appeal transcends sports. His visit to Yankee Stadium was a perfect blend of star power and sportsmanship.
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