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The Heldt family has a message for their beloved Blues – come back soon.
And judging by the buzz around a crowded Optus Stadium, they talk to at least 55,522 Australians from the West
Some might be surprised by the presence during the friendly match between Chelsea and Perth Glory Monday Night
But that's what happens when you offer a generous portion of English Premier League football to the hungry sports Sandgropers.
Even without their stars, the London club badped WA soccer fans into a frenzy.
There was a handful of purple Perth Glory shirts in the stands, but they were easily lost in the sea of blue.
Chelsea had a solid attack against the local heroes – and they will not soon forget their time at the Optus stadium
The FA Cup winners have the following kind of Australian sports teams that can only dream.
But last night they played in a place that made their home in London humble. [19659010] Phil Heldt, a long time fan of Chelsea, grew up within walking distance of Stamford Bridge
He has been part of the Blues since 1953, so moving to Australia will never stop him.
million. Heldt has seen his club evolve into one of the great powers of European football, but for him, the 1960s will always be the golden age.
"To see them go out tonight with the kids – absolutely fantastic," Mr. Heldt said. Glory scores a couple of goals. "
The A-League side failed to break through Chelsea's defense but they had their moments.
Mr. Heldt also supports Perth Glory – but his heart is blue.
The same goes for his son James, who grew up watching TV games with his father. "To be here at Optus Stadium and see them play Glory, which is our side too, it's great" , said James.
"I'm not surprised by the crowd but I think the rest of the world would be." [1 9659003] Mr. Heldt Amelia's daughter said that she hoped that Chelsea would come back to Perth for another pre-season meeting next year
The English club yesterday posted a world map on social networks.
They documented their time in Perth with photos and videos of Optus Stadium, Elizabeth Quay and WACA Ground
This is a lot of people who see Perth – and Perth Glory – for the first time. [ad_2]
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