If you’re using social media platforms chances are you must’ve encountered a viral video featuring Riccardo Calafiori allegedly using a vape
What not sure of what we’re talking about? Worry not, here’s the brief.
Recently, social media platforms, especially X/Twitter, and Reddit, have been buzzing with a viral video featuring Riccardo Calafiori using what it seemed to be vape, leaving many fans stunned!
Was Riccardo Calafiori really smoking a vape on the pitch during Arsenal vs PSG Champions League 2024 match as video goes viral
VAPEO ANTE EL JUEZ
En el juego Arsenal vs PSG de Champions League al jugador Calafiori de los Gunners le pasaron un VAPER y el ni corto ni perezoso le “dio una calada” mientras hablaba con el árbitro esloveno Vincic. Las reglas del fútbol no lo prohiben pic.twitter.com/39Lged6Zz0— Jose Borda (@JBorda_analista) October 1, 2024
The viral-video is from the Championship League clash between Arsenal vs PSG. It features Riccardo Calafiori’s teammate handing something over to him on the field, which fans believe to be vape.
The incident that took place at the Emirates Stadium in the 76th minute of the match resulted Riccardo Calafiori receiving a yellow card following a brief clash with PSG’s Fabian Ruiz.
Despite the controversy, both Rice and Calafiori impressed as Arsenal secured a 2-0 win, courtesy of first-half goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka.
However, it was a second-half moment that stirred controversy. It all happens when referee Slavko Vincic was booking Calafiori, Rice appeared to give him an item, which Calafiori quickly put in his mouth.
Reportedly, from a distance, it seemed like Rice had passed him a vape, which Calafiori briefly used before discarding.
Did Calafiori Use a Vape?
#Rice ha dato #Calafiori una sigaretta elettronica durante la partita e lui ha svapato davanti all’arbitro.#ARSPSG #ChampionsLeague pic.twitter.com/CiFt5yRqnR
— DroiteBlog (@DroiteBlog) October 2, 2024
However, it was revealed later that the item was likely an electrolyte gel, often used by athletes for quick energy. Though due to its resemblance a vape in shape, it confused the social media users. These gels are designed for rapid consumption, much like energy drinks.
Social Media User’s Reaction
Though social media users were firm that Riccardo Calafiori was caught using a vape. However many observant fans quickly clarified that it was “obviously a gel.”
One such user took to X and exclaimed, “It’s obviously a gel, not a vape. Relax!” Another added, “The gels are meant to give a quick energy boost, and they’re perfectly legal to use during a match.”
About Riccardo Calafiori
Born on 19 May 2002, Riccardo Calafiori is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Arsenal and the Italy national team.
Calafiori made his Serie A debut in a 3-1 win over Juventus in August 2020. He later scored his first professional goal for Roma in the UEFA Europa League against Young Boys in December 2020. In January 2022, Calafiori joined Genoa on loan before moving to Arsenal.