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Empire State Building Lights Spark NY Fan Outrage
27 Jan
Summary
- The Empire State Building lit up in Patriots colors, enraging New York fans.
- Fans cited team rivalries and past Super Bowl losses for their anger.
- The building also honored the Seahawks, who will face the Patriots.
The Empire State Building recently ignited controversy by displaying red, white, and blue lights in honor of the New England Patriots' AFC Championship victory. This gesture, meant to celebrate their Super Bowl qualification, deeply angered New York sports fans. Jets and Giants loyalists took to social media to voice their strong disapproval, citing historical rivalries and past Super Bowl defeats against the Patriots.
Reactions ranged from disbelief to outright anger, with one user questioning the decision to honor a rival team in New York. The monument's official X account had posted a video of the illumination, stating it was "in honor of their AFC Championship win." This display follows previous instances where the skyscraper lit up for other teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles in January 2025.
In addition to celebrating the Patriots, the Empire State Building also displayed green and blue lights for the Seattle Seahawks, acknowledging their NFC Championship win. The Seahawks are scheduled to face the Patriots in Super Bowl LVIII on February 8th in San Francisco. This dual celebration further fueled discussions about the building's team-lighting policies and their impact on fan sentiment.
