Goalkeeper Makes His Pro Debut The Week His Dad Dies. Watch What The RIVAL Fans Do
May 6, 2025
On April 13, 2025, 21-year-old Brent Stevens stepped onto the field for his professional debut as goalkeeper for Jong Genk. But it wasn’t just a career milestone—it came during the most heartbreaking week of his life. Just days earlier, Stevens lost his father.
What followed at RFC Liège’s Stade de Rocourt showed the world the powerful compassion that still lives in football.
Brad Stevens
Before kickoff, the stadium fell completely silent for a moving minute’s tribute. Stevens stood in goal, visibly emotional. The entire RFC Liège team crossed the field to offer their respects, surrounding him with a show of unity and comfort.
That moment alone was unforgettable—but the kindness didn’t stop there.
With Liège leading 3-1 late in the game, Stevens blocked a penalty shot with a stunning save. In a touching display of sportsmanship, the home crowd erupted into applause for the young goalkeeper’s strength—not just in the match, but in the week he had endured.
After the final whistle, RFC Liège supporters offered Stevens warm embraces—something rarely seen between rival fans.
“Dad would have wanted me to play,” Stevens later told Het Nieuwsblad. “What the Liège players and supporters showed before and after the match exceeded all my expectations. They showed a lot of respect. Just goes to show that things can be different in football.”
This emotional moment is a beautiful reminder that even in the heat of competition, humanity can shine through.
Watch the moving tribute and heartwarming save here.
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