Bills to play Canadian anthem at controversial $2.2 billion stadium
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The Buffalo Bills will play the Canadian national anthem “O Canada” at their home opener against the Detroit Lions on September 17, with the Barenaked Ladies performing and Auliʻi Cravalho singing the U.S. anthem.
- This gesture aligns with Buffalo’s sports tradition, as local teams like the NHL’s Sabres and minor league baseball’s Bisons routinely play both national anthems before games.
- The Bills recently opened their new $2.2 billion stadium but faced backlash from fans due to obstructed sightlines caused by stair railings, booths, and video boards, which affected views of the field.
- Season ticket holders expressed frustration over the obstructions and high costs associated with premium seats, with some feeling misled about the visibility and pricing of their seats.
- In response, the Bills pledged to address these issues before the season starts and announced plans to re-sod the stadium’s grass ahead of their first three home games to ensure optimal playing conditions.
