There were smiles all around today as young Liverpool FC fan Isaac got the surprise of a lifetime — meeting his sporting idol and fellow Reds supporter, darts legend Stephen Bunting.
The heartwarming moment saw Bunting, affectionately known in the darts world as “The Bullet”, spend time with Isaac in a special meet-and-greet, where the two bonded over their shared love of %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%% FC and, of course, the oche.
To make the occasion even more unforgettable, Bunting gifted Isaac a signed darts shirt, much to the delight of the young fan and his %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%%.
"Absolutely %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%% this for the young lad," one onlooker commented. "Moments like these create memories that last forever."
Photos of the meeting show Isaac beaming as he held up his signed shirt next to Bunting, with the pair posing proudly in red — their loyalty to %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%% FC on full display.
Stephen Bunting, who never shies away from giving back to fans, said it was a privilege to meet "such a bright young superstar."
"Isaac is a brilliant kid with a huge heart. It was an honour to spend time with him today," Bunting shared on social media, adding a red heart %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%% and the iconic "YNWA" hashtag.
The meeting has since gone viral among Liverpool and darts fans alike, with many praising Bunting's kindness and calling the encounter "what %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_5%% is all about."
This touching story is yet another reminder of how sport can %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_6%% generations, bring joy to young fans, and create unforgettable moments — one signed shirt at a time.
