PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Philadelphia was alive with excitement Sunday night as Eagles fans celebrated the team’s commanding 55-23 NFC Championship victory over the Washington Commanders, securing their place in the Super Bowl. Downtown streets overflowed with jubilant crowds, fireworks illuminated the sky, and chants of “Go Birds!” echoed throughout the city.
However, celebrations took a chaotic turn after city officials reportedly forgot to grease utility poles, a tactic commonly used to deter fans from climbing. Video footage captured fans scaling the ungreased poles, with some tumbling to the ground as crowds cheered below.
As the night progressed, the festivities became unruly, with several intoxicated fans engaging in disruptive behavior. Philadelphia police reported a series of incidents, including property damage and projectiles thrown at officers. Authorities made multiple arrests as tensions flared in some areas.
Despite the disruptions, most fans celebrated peacefully, reveling in the team’s dominant win and looking ahead to the Super Bowl. “This city lives for the Eagles, and you can feel that energy everywhere,” one fan said, describing the electric atmosphere.