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Fans gathered at the Garage Bar in Grand Rapids, Michigan to watch the Michigan vs. Alabama Rose Bowl game. The majority of spectators were rooting for Michigan, though there were some Alabama fans present. This was the sixth time these two teams have met on the football field and the first time the Wolverines have played in the Rose Bowl since 2005.
Excitement at Garage Bar for Rose Bowl Game
The Garage Bar in Grand Rapids, Michigan was packed with eager spectators for the thrilling Michigan vs. Alabama game at the Rose Bowl. “For every Michigan game, we always have a full house,” commented Garage Bar owner Kevin Farhat.
During the game’s second quarter when Michigan and Alabama were tied at 7-7, FOX 17 visited the Garage Bar. The majority of viewers were enthusiastically supporting the Wolverines. Michigan fan Javier Ruiz expressed his loyalty, “We’re rooting for the University of Michigan because we’re number one!”
Michigan supporter, Justin Eyk, predicted a close game but believed Michigan would win by a margin of three points.
Despite being vastly outnumbered by Michigan fans, Alabama fan Pat Malone, was also present. Malone, a 2017 graduate of the college, admitted he was accustomed to being outnumbered, but relished the challenge. He predicted that Alabama would eventually triumph in a close game, stating, “I’ve seen the tide pull through in big moments. I’m not worried.”
This face-off marked the sixth time that Alabama and Michigan have met on the football field and the first time the Wolverines have played in the Rose Bowl since 2005.
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