PHOTO: Valencia police issue Gareth Bale fake speeding ticket after Copa del Rey goal
Gareth Bale had the footballing world applauding in unison after his brilliant solo goal in Wednesday's Copa del Rey final powered Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory over Barcelona.
Everyone took notice. Even the local police in Valencia.
Bale was issued this mock speeding ticket, which included some very clever tidbits that made reference to his incredible effort.
Bale’s been fined. “Reckless over-taking & crossing the continuous white line, while exceeding the speed-limit” pic.twitter.com/Qcwghbjo1W
— AS English (@English_AS) April 17, 2014
Among the highlights is the section directly to the left of the bar code, which translates as follows:
Registration: 11
Class: Much
Scores: and assists
Model: Not at the moment
Welcome to Valencia: where some football knowledge gives you a good shot at talking your way out of a speeding ticket.
[H/T: FOX Soccer]
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