Earlier this week, Israeli soccer star Elay Tamam transformed a happy occasion into a moving homage in honor of a pet he had recently laid to rest.
Tamam is a midfielder for the team Hapoel Rishon LeZion, but it would appear he considers himself, first and foremost, best friend to his late dog, Sky, who sadly passed away this month. Tamam made that clear.
During a televised match on Monday, Tamam scored a difficult goal — much to the crowd’s delight. But rather than bask in the adulation, Tamam chose instead to pass the honor to Sky.
Removing his jersey, Tamam revealed a shirt emblazoned with Sky’s image, which he tearfully displayed for all to see.
הצליח לרגש אותנו: אילי תמם כובש שער ומקדיש אותו לכלב שלו 🐶 pic.twitter.com/lL8uCiR8Pj
— מנהלת הליגות לכדורגל (@IPFL_FOOTBALL) September 6, 2022
Tamam was reportedly penalized for removing his jersey — a consequence he no doubt anticipated. To him, the tribute to Sky was apparently worth it.
He meant that much to him.
Tamam demonstrated more than simply athletic prowess at that time. He spoke of a sublime love.
In a tribute to his beloved dog, Tamam said, “Sky, I want to thank you for every minute you spent with me, for every lick, for every bark, for every moment of delight, joy, and love.” “You showed me the definition of genuine love—unconditional love. I adore you more than anything else.
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