🔥 From Quaresma to Kroos as referee: the best moments of the Icon League | OneFootball

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The second season of the Icon League is history – and what a season it was! Spectacular goals, prominent guests, and emotional highlights marked the season, which will continue in October with Season 3.

We look back at the five moments that particularly stayed with us.

Toni Kroos as Referee

A moment for the history books: On the 10th matchday, many fans couldn't believe their eyes. Was that really Toni Kroos in the yellow referee jersey on the field? Yes – the world champion and six-time Champions League winner actually took on the role of referee. Inspired by Max Schradin, who had previously officiated a match, Kroos also took command on the field.

His match was very straightforward, with hardly any contentious scenes. There were also few discussions – who would question a world champion, after all? The only time Kroos really stood out was during a clear handball, which he recognized and pointed to the spot.

A successful referee debut that perhaps won't be his last.

Schradin's Remark to Willi

Another highlight was delivered by Max Schradin himself – with a scene that caused a stir during the timeout. During the match between DNA and Bürgeramt, there was a lot of discussion, especially Niklas Sommer made some comments in heated moments.

During a timeout, Schradin didn't miss the chance to jab back. He went straight to Sommer and dryly said, "If you want Bundesliga referees, you have to play in the Bundesliga." A clear dig – after all, Sommer only played up to the 3rd league in his career. Sommer took it sportingly, and the two continue to get along well.

Nani with the Crossbar Hit

Just the name gives many football fans goosebumps: Nani. The Portuguese superstar was once part of the golden era at Manchester United – and now, after his career ended, he actually stood on the Icon League field.

His big moment: a powerful long-range shot that crashed against the crossbar with full force. The hall held its breath – it would have been a dream goal. Even without a goal, it was a goosebump moment, as you don't experience a player of this caliber in the Icon League every day.

Quaresma and the Beşiktaş Fans

The last matchday of the regular season had another absolute world star as a guest. The "outside foot king" Ricardo Quaresma played with B2B United and enchanted the Castello. He even scored a goal, naturally with the outside of his foot. The hall shook, and literally so.

During his time at Beşiktaş, he played his way into the hearts of the fans, so they practically took over the Castello, turning it into their football temple for a matchday.

Marcelo and Kroos Together in the Icon League

The big names just keep coming. At the final tournament in Berlin, Kroos brought his longtime teammate Marcelo to the Icon League. He was super interested and watched the games attentively.

In a short interview, Kroos asked if he could imagine playing in the Icon League himself. Marcelo then assured that he would prepare and take to the field.

Kroos reacted happily and announced that in this case, he would lace up his boots once more to stand on the field with Marcelo.

What a combination for the third season!

What was your moment of the second season? Write it in the comments!

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