A REAL MADRID icon left local punters stunned after popping into a Scots pub for a slap-up Indian feast with pals.
He also watched his beloved hometown team in action.
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Wales legend Gareth Bale headed to The Glendevon Hotel in Auchterarder, Perthshire where he enjoyed tucking into a Tikka Masala cooked by chef Mandeep Saini – who previously delighted customers at the world-famous Gleneagles hotel.
The ex-Tottenham star enjoyed the experience so much, the party returned the following night for more football and curry.
And he got the result he’d have hoping for too as he watched hometown club Cardiff City beat Swindon 2-1.
The 35-year-old, who retired from the game two years ago after a stellar career in which he won five Champions Leagues with Madrid and 111 caps for his country, delighted locals with his ‘down-to-earth’ charm.
He even posed for snaps and signed autographs.
The bar manager told the Scottish Sun: “I suspect they were all staying at Gleneagles which is just nearby, but they came here both nights.
“He and a few of his pals came along around 6pm, they chose to sit facing the big screens to catch the game – it’s the best view in the house.
“They had a big feast cooked by our chef Mandeep – who still cooks the delicious recipes he used at Gleneagles.
“It obviously went down well – we couldn’t believe when they walked back through the doors for round two on Tuesday night.
“He was so lovely, polite and down to earth.
“There was a bit of a crowd on Tuesday night, with the talk spreading through the town, and Gareth was so happy to chat and pose for pictures for fans.
“We’d gladly welcome him back – what a lovely customer.”
It is thought the star, who is well known for his love of golf and has cut his handicap from “three or four” to just 0.1 since retiring from football, was staying at Gleneagles.
Famous faces are often spotted at the quaint, bustling town – with luxury hotel often playing host to the likes of Rod Stewart, Jennifer Lawrence and prince William and Kate.
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