Team USA beat Sweden 6-2 to capture the gold medal in the World Juniors on Friday. Following the exciting victory, one of the most popular food chains in America celebrated on social media.
Chipotle, who reportedly awarded players and staff free burritos for a year after winning gold, re-shared International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) post crowing Team USA as champions with the caption, “Can't spell celebrate without ate."
The chain received numerous responses from fans on their post. Among the responses came from the account ”Picketts Muse"—a clear fan of Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett—who received some unexpected shade thrown their way.
"Can't spell Pickett without bust,” responded Scott from Chipotle.
I think Kenny’s gonna start eating at Moe’s. Holy crap. pic.twitter.com/ISVROm782k
— Andrew Fillipponi (@ThePoniExpress) January 5, 2024
Chipotle deleted the post shortly afterwards.
While Steelers fans were furious with Chipotle, much of social media cheered the response.
Kenny Pickett catching strays by Chipotle on a Friday evening is insane ???? https://t.co/6CJr6OlXOT
— PickensBurgh???? (Tino) (@PickensBurgh) January 5, 2024
You see, it’s okay when I talk bad about Pickett because we’re in the same family. But it is not okay for you. You crossed the line, Chip. https://t.co/YKEyXp00Xi pic.twitter.com/K4y48yPY3v
— Stacey Miller (@SpinMeWrite) January 6, 2024
Scott from chipotle https://t.co/294jFwPWwo pic.twitter.com/iSkN5WYaHg
— Joey ???? (@CookedbyJoey) January 5, 2024
https://t.co/7KrJXoxg0G pic.twitter.com/CPcAdf78fn
— RAMEY (@HoodieRamey) January 6, 2024
Squad taking a Chipotle trip https://t.co/z4fndgbl3b pic.twitter.com/lX4GmkBdjW
— Nick Karns (@karnsies817) January 5, 2024
Wow, that’s a creative way to lose my business forever. https://t.co/B0IUuD4b7d
— DixonDisciple (@DixonDisciple) January 5, 2024
https://t.co/tPTl3aTn3Z pic.twitter.com/2LrhqstIKi
— Wacko 4 Flacco (@jbielecki69) January 5, 2024
Chipotle roasting Kenny Pickett ???? https://t.co/zeQYUFeV6O
— samantha james (@sportsbunni) January 5, 2024
I’m here for Chipotle roasting Steelers fans. https://t.co/tt8e7Ap52p
— Artist Formerly Known As Whoopty-Hell (@FanoftheLand13) January 5, 2024
Chipotle for dinner tonight.
— Nati Sports (@Nati_Sports) January 5, 2024
Decidedly.
Thanks, Scott. https://t.co/PzWQXsNaQJ
