Nine-year-old Sammy Scott, a devoted Newcastle United supporter, skipped school to watch his team face Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final. ⚽

His mother told the school he was ill, but in reality, he had traveled to London with his father for the big match 🚆

During the game, TV cameras captured him celebrating Newcastle’s win — unintentionally revealing he wasn’t home sick after all. 📺😄 The footage quickly made its way online, and the school later marked his absence as unauthorized, sending a notice to his parents.

The moment sparked widespread debate. Some praised it as a priceless father-and-son memory that will last a lifetime. ❤️ Others argued that attendance rules exist for a reason and skipping school shouldn’t be encouraged. 📚

One viral clip, two very different perspectives.