Lazio, the Italian Serie A club, has dismissed its falconer Juan Bernabe following his posting of explicit videos of his prosthetic penis on social media. Bernabe has been associated with the team’s eagle mascot, Olimpia, since the 2010-11 season, performing during matches at the Stadio Olimpico. The club expressed their shock over the incident and stated it could not associate their symbol with such behavior. While Bernabe defended his actions as an effort to raise awareness about his surgery, this isn't the first controversy he has faced; he was previously suspended for performing a fascist salute in 2021. Lazio must now address the impact on fans regarding the upcoming absence of their beloved eagle during home games.
Lazio Fires Falconer for Inappropriate Social Media Posts
Lazio Fires Falconer for Inappropriate Social Media Posts
Lazio takes decisive action against eagle mascot handler after explicit content shared online.
Lazio, the Italian Serie A club, has dismissed its falconer Juan Bernabe following his posting of explicit videos of his prosthetic penis on social media. Bernabe has been associated with the team’s eagle mascot, Olimpia, since the 2010-11 season, performing during matches at the Stadio Olimpico. The club expressed their shock over the incident and stated it could not associate their symbol with such behavior. While Bernabe defended his actions as an effort to raise awareness about his surgery, this isn't the first controversy he has faced; he was previously suspended for performing a fascist salute in 2021. Lazio must now address the impact on fans regarding the upcoming absence of their beloved eagle during home games.
