A controversial moment unfolded at a WWE wrestling match in Canada where fans booed the Star Spangled Banner, leading to commentator Pat McAfee expressing his disapproval of the crowd’s actions.
Elizabeth Irving, an American singer, faced a chorus of boos and jeers from the audience at Toronto’s Rogers Centre as she performed the anthem before the WWE showcase on Saturday night.
The boos peaked during the line “and the rocket’s red glare” of the National Anthem, causing a stir among viewers and commentators.
ESPN’s Pat McAfee, visibly upset by the lack of respect shown during the anthem, criticized the Canadian crowd, referring to Canada as a “terrible” country for booing the US national anthem.
McAfee’s remarks were part of the broadcast on Peacock, where he expressed disappointment at the behavior exhibited in Toronto.
This incident is not the first time Canadian sports fans have booed the US national anthem, with previous instances occurring during the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off and an Ottawa Senators’ game following President Trump’s tariff threats against Canada.
Canadians are turning into a bunch of whiny losers.