Feb 25 (Reuters) – American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg was given a guard of honor and greeted with whirling white towels on Tuesday in his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor in the Welsh team last year.

Dressed in Swansea colours, the 54-year-old took to the pitch ahead of the Championship match against Preston North End through a guard of honor made up of young Welsh footballers, as more than 20,000 fans filled the stands.

The match ended 1-1, with Swansea’s Liam Cullen scoring the equalizer in the 95th minute.

American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg was given a guard of honor and greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday in his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor in the Welsh team last year.
American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg was given a guard of honor and greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday in his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor in the Welsh team last year.

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Swansea coach Vitor Matos told reporters that Snoop Dogg had spoken to the players in the locker room.

“He’s someone who likes to get involved. He was involved not only with us, but also with the (United States) Olympic team. He really loves sports,” Matos added.

“It’s good for him to be involved. I’m happy we have someone like him who loves the club, loves the city and wants to be here.”

Swansea, who are 14th in the English second division, will face Ipswich Town on Saturday.