What in the world was AC Milan thinking?
The Italian football club was behind a cringeworthy ripoff of the haka Thursday as part of a promotion for a skincare company. The dance is traditionally performed by New Zealand’s Māori people, and has become known around the world thanks to the country’s sporting teams, who perform it with respect, and you know, a genuine understanding of its cultural significance.
The utterly astounding performance came before a Serie A match against Carpi. The dance was dubbed the “Tekitanka,” and slogans that read “Men, this is your ritual!” were displayed along the stadium’s sideboards. The club even boasted about it on Twitter. Read more…
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