Matthew McConaughey It is NOT “alright, alright, alright” with Texas fans throwing trash on the field during Saturday’s game against Georgia … telling students to “clean up that kind of nonsense” and do better in the future.
As we previously reported, UT was hit with a fine of US$250,000 for throwing bottles and debris following a controversial pass interference call in the third quarter of the contest… which briefly delayed the action at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.
The actor — who also serves as Minister of Culture for all things UT — wasn’t pleased with how things turned out… releasing a statement aimed at the student body.
McConaughey began by praising the fans for bringing energy and giving the Longhorns a home-field advantage despite the loss… and then shifted his focus to the ugly scene that unfolded.
“But let’s get real about the bomb that bombed the field failure we had,” MM said. “Not cool. Bogey move. Yes, that decision was bullshit, but we’re better than that. Longhorn Nation knows how to show up, show itself like no other and still maintain our class.”
MM said fans can compensate by keeping their trash to themselves while maintaining their passion…starting with the Longhorns’ upcoming home game against the Florida Gators.
Texas fans threw bottles onto the field before referees overturned a controversial PI call 😬 pic.twitter.com/CgIVbqrmcF
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“So going forward, let’s clean up this kind of bullshit and put it behind us for good,” he said. “We have to shake hands on this.”