When two undisputed legends sit together at a major sporting event, you know something special is happening. Tom Brady and Wayne Gretzky, the GOATs of their respective sports, shared more than just seats at the FIFA Club World Cup Final. They shared a moment that reminded everyone why greatness recognizes greatness.
Tom Brady and Wayne Gretzky’s Bromance Continues at FIFA Final With a Tie Domi Twist
Brady and Gretzky were seated together at the FIFA Club World Final, watching some of the best club teams in the world face off for an epic event.
The friendship between these two legends runs deeper than just mutual respect. Gretzky and Brady first connected while filming a Bet MGM commercial during the 2024 Super Bowl.
However, their bond extends beyond their own relationship. They also share another mutual friend, legendary NHL enforcer Tie Domi. While sitting together at the match, Brady gave Domi a playful shoutout on his Instagram story.
“Looking for you Tie Domi,” Brady wrote.
How Brady, Gretzky, and Domi’s Friendship Highlights a Legacy of Greatness
The connection between these three athletes spans decades and different sports. Domi and Gretzky played together in the NHL, both for the New York Rangers, although during different seasons. They have maintained a good friendship off the ice and were recently seen together at game three of this year’s Panthers-Maple Leafs playoff series.
Meanwhile, Brady and Domi have also built a strong friendship. In November 2024, the former NHL star took Brady out on the ice for a day of hockey training, a treat for the seven-time Super Bowl champion.
The mutual respect between Brady, Domi, and Gretzky shows what happens when greatness recognizes greatness across different sports.
While Domi wasn’t an elite scorer or even an elite player in the NHL, he played a crucial role as the enforcer for each of the teams he played for. As the enforcer, Domi was tasked with preventing opponents from targeting his teammates, often getting into fights to deter them. He accumulated a whopping 3,515 penalty minutes throughout his 16-year NHL career.
On the other hand, Gretzky stands as one of, if not the most accomplished, hockey players ever. He won four Stanley Cup Championships, all with the Edmonton Oilers, and despite having been retired since 1999, he is still the league’s all-time leading scorer by nearly 1,000 points.
Brady is widely considered the NFL’s best quarterback and player. He leads the NFL with all-time passing yards and touchdowns and has won seven Super Bowls during his 23-season career in the league.
All three athletes had outstanding careers, and witnessing them maintain these friendships in retirement demonstrates the lasting bonds that sports can create.