Brian Baumgartner, aka Kevin Malone from the hit show The Office, made a surprise appearance at Snapdragon Stadium as San Diego FC's special pre-match guest
Baumgartner greeted fans before kickoff wearing a San Diego FC scarfThe Office star played around with the ceremonial ball prior to kick-offSDFC beat Nashville 1-0 in their home gameGet the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowGetty Images EntertainmentWHAT HAPPENED
Brian Baumgartner, aka Kevin Malone from the hit show, participated in San Diego FC's pre-match activities at Snapdragon Stadium before the team's match against LAFC. Baumgartner who starred as the affable Dunder Mifflin accountant from Scranton, Pa., arrived wearing a San Diego FC scarf over his clothes. The crowd erupted in cheers when Malone appeared on screen, cheering as he lifted the ceremonial ball and played with it.
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Baumgartner’s appearance represents San Diego FC's innovative approach to pre-match entertainment during their inaugural MLS season, incorporating popular culture references to build their brand identity.
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Following their 1-0 win over Nashville FC, San Diego FC will face Pachuca in their first match of the Leagues Cup on July 29.