Tens of thousands of 49ers fans braved the wet weather at Levi’s Stadium Saturday night, as San Francisco defeated the Packers in a nail-biting playoff game.
But the rain didn’t put a damper on the spirits of the Niners faithful. One fan, Albert Vann, even built a Niners recliner to tailgate in comfort and get other fans excited about the game.
“I love firing everybody up, that’s from day one to the playoffs. Let’s make noise, let’s have a lot of fun. And let’s see how far we can go. And this year I pray to God that we go all the way, get that Lombardi. Let’s party with the Lombardi, is what we’re shooting for,” Vann said.
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There were a few cheeseheads in the Levi’s Parking lot, but most people there were Niners fans. And despite the weather, they were still grilling up food ranging from burgers to sausages.
Some 70,000 fans filled Levi’s Stadium Saturday evening, and most were wearing the same fashion statement, a plastic poncho.
In fact, the ponchos were the top selling souvenir Saturday followed by knit caps as fans dealt with wind, rain and chilly temperatures.
“It’s too cold out here,” said San Jose resident Alvina Gomez.
Some fans opted to watch the game inside to stay dry while others say the big win made them forget the rain.
Now, the 49ers Faithful are focused on hopefully watching their team play at a drier venue, perhaps Las Vegas for the Super Bowl?
“I think we’re gonna go all the way to the Super Bowl and I think we’re going to win,” said Santa Cruz resident Mark Casey.
