New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel found himself facing major backlash after videos surfaced of him drinking beer with fans in Munich the night before a game, “Mike Vrabel Facing Major Backlash for Behavior Night Before Patriots-Lions Game” reported Yahoo Sports.
The team arrived in Germany following a 45-27 home loss to the Green Bay Packers, dropping their record to 5-4, according to Yahoo Sports.
Vrabel visited the Augustiner Stammhaus during a fan event where he tapped a keg and drank from a giant stein, per Yahoo Sports.
Videos shared on social media by the team and Barstool Sports captured the coach unwinding less than 24 hours before facing the Detroit Lions, the outlets reported.
Many fans voiced frustration online over the timing of the festivities given the team’s recent struggles, Yahoo Sports noted.
One disgruntled supporter posted on social media, “HC drunk and we got a game tomorrow L incoming,” as cited by Yahoo Sports.
Another fan expressed similar dismay by writing, “Team looked like dog s— last week and you’re drinking a f—ing pint the night before,” according to Yahoo Sports.
During the event, Vrabel addressed the crowd to express his gratitude for their support abroad, the platform reported.
Vrabel told the gathered supporters, “I knew we had fans in Germany, but I didn’t know we had this many fans,” as documented by Yahoo Sports.
He added, “I just want to thank you for supporting the Pats,” according to the report from Yahoo Sports.