Fans of TikTok stream Champions League finale for free following 27-hour stint in stadium lavatory
Two daring TikTokers from Belgium, Neal Remmerie and Senne Haverbeke, pulled off an unprecedented stunt last weekend. They managed to covertly spend a whopping 27 hours holed up in a toilet cubicle at Munich's Allianz Arena before catching Paris Saint-Germain triumph over Inter Milan 5-0 in the Champions League final, all for free.
They tricked their way into the stadium a day prior to the match, slipping into a toilet and disguising the space with a DIY "Out of Order" sign. As the training staff and other personnel used the facility, the daring duo remained silent and strategized during their marathon wait.
Remmerie, recounting their experience to Belgian public broadcaster VRT News, mentioned how their makeshift hideout was less than comfortable. "We had a backpack filled with snacks and passed the time playing on our phones. The lights stayed on and the seating position was a struggle, making sleep almost impossible. It was both physically and mentally challenging," he shared.
Once they heard the approaching fans using the restrooms on the day of the match, they seized their opportunity and swung into action, sneaking past ticket inspectors to join the 86,600-strong crowd in the stands.
Such hidden-in-plain-sight tactics are seldom spotted at major sports events. While there have been instances where spectators have attempted unconventional means to gain entry or watch matches, they typically don't happen too frequently. Stadiums are equipped with stringent security measures, including access controls, surveillance systems, and security personnel, to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety for everyone involved. However, every now and then, you'll encounter some adventurous spirits like Remmerie and Haverbeke who aim to defy the odds. So props to them for braving this bold, if somewhat uncomfortable, adventure!
They contemplated sneaking into the Champions League final at Munich's Allianz Arena, hiding in the same toilet where they had strategized the previous day. As the stadium filled with fans for the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan, they seized the moment to join the 86,600-strong crowd, having witnessed the training staff's routine the day before in European leagues' one of the most prestigious tournaments.
