St Albans Mascot Removed Before Burton FA Cup Match

Sammy the Saint, the mascot for seventh‑tier St Albans City, was removed from Burton Albion’s Pirelli Stadium before Saturday’s FA Cup first‑round match after viral footage showed him stumbling over advertising hoardings, swaying, swearing and making obscene gestures. Burton said the person in the costume was a fan invited by St Albans and was allowed to remain in the stands. Reports say he was stripped of mascot duties and one outlet reported an indefinite suspension. Video shows stewards escorting the still‑waving mascot from the ground, and fans reacted with amusement and speculation that the individual had been drinking. The incident dominated attention as St Albans were thrashed 6‑0 by League One Burton, overshadowing the on‑field result.