A woman sparked backlash for taking a headband from a young Chiefs fan at a game, claiming he needed to learn to be a man.

A woman drew widespread online backlash after a video showed her taking a headband from a young Kansas City Chiefs fan moments after Patrick Mahomes attempted to give it to him at MetLife Stadium on September 28, 2025. The incident, captured during the Chiefs’ victory over the Giants, sparked outrage as viewers condemned her actions as disrespectful and unsportsmanlike. She defended her behavior in a video, saying the boy needed to learn how to be a man, further fueling criticism. She later said she intended to return the headband, but no further details were provided. The event reignited debates about fan conduct and sportsmanship at live events.