Angel Correa's New Year Surprise: Bear Encounter in Monterrey
Former Atletico Madrid striker Angel Correa had a New Year's Eve surprise in 2022, when he encountered a bear outside his family home in Monterrey, Mexico. The unusual incident was caught on camera by his wife, Sabrina Di Marco.
Correa was holding his youngest daughter, Lia, when the bear approached them. Instead of backing away, he initially ran backwards with Lia in his arms. However, he paused when it seemed the bear wasn't attacking. Lia remained calm, even smiling at her mother who was filming. Locals reacted with amusement, with one commenting that Correa did the opposite of what's typically advised in such situations. Another joked, 'Welcome to Monterrey, Angel.'
This wasn't the first such encounter in the area. Former Manchester City defender Martin Dimechelis had a similar experience in December 2022. The bear was seen wandering around Dimechelis' garden before running off as he approached it with his family.
Angel Correa's bear encounter, captured on video, has gone viral. Despite the surprise, the family remained calm. Locals found humor in the situation, with one commenting on Correa's unusual response. The incident serves as a reminder of the unexpected wildlife encounters that can occur in urban areas.
