The city of football has a new protagonist, and this time he doesn't wear football boots or score spectacular goals: his name is Peter, a light-haired dog wrapped in a blue scarf, who stole the hearts of Neapolitan fans, becoming a star on social media in just a few hours.
It all started with the team's return from Bergamo, welcomed as always by the uncontainable enthusiasm of the supporters at the Capodichino. Amid chants, flags and smartphones raised to immortalize the arrival, Peter appeared in his owner's arms, unaware of the clamor surrounding him. With his curious gaze, the puppy captured everyone's attention, to the point of giving rise to a spontaneous question: will he be the new mascot of Napoli?
Peter's images, shared at a rapid pace on social media, have sparked debate among fans. On one hand, the affection and irony of those who immediately adopted him as a symbol of a winning Napoli: "Peter one of us!” is the unanimous chorus. On the other hand, there was no shortage of criticism, with users concerned about the dog's well-being in such a chaotic environment. “There are no dog fans, only unconscious owners,” someone wrote, underlining the hearing sensitivity of dogs and the stress that similar situations can cause.
Between irony and controversy, there are those who tone things down: “A viral dog!”, comments a user, celebrating the curious notoriety of the puppy. In the meantime, the hashtag #PeterOneOfUs has already become popular among the Azzurri supporters. Thus, between those who consider him a lucky charm and those who fear for his well-being, Peter has found himself the protagonist of an unexpected Azzurri fairy tale.
Article published on 20 January 2025 - 16:24
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