Charles Barkley?s Hate for Alabama Football Harnessed by Alma-Mater Ahead of Sunday Face-Off

Charles Barkley has immense love for the state of Alabama. However, when it comes to NCAA football, the Philadelphia 76ers legend is a different breed. As a fan of the Auburn Tigers, Barkley has never given up on his alma matter. Nonetheless, the rivalry between Auburn and Alabama has brought out another side of the NBA icon. Well, the Tigers have taken advantage of it ahead of their face-off coming Sunday.?

Showcasing one of Barkley’s famous lines mocking Alabama, the Tigers were all over the internet, getting back at the rivalry. With seven days left, Barkley might add up to it with more interesting lines soon.

Auburn uses Charles Barkley’s hate for Alabama to trigger the rivalry

The face-off between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers is one of the most anticipated games of the year. The rivalry between the two has been going on for decades now. So much so that their rivalry is known as the ‘Iron Bowl’. Ahead of the latest chapter, Barkley’s alma mater has already started the battle through social media.?

The odds are favorable for the Crimson Tide. The team has an impeccable nine-game winning streak and the game on Sunday will be on their home turf. In addition to the above, Alabama is at the top of the table as well. The pressure is high for Auburn. Anyhow, they have Barkley in their corner.?

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At Iron Bowl 2017, Auburn upset first-seed Alabama. However, before that, Barkley made an iconic comment that the Tigers have used once again today. 60-year-old Barkley shared in an interview, “I’m just gonna say this, a few years ago it was the kick six, today it’s gonna be the kick a***.”

Kick Six was the historic ‘Iron Bowl’ play in 2013, which helped Auburn get a huge win against Alabama. Hopefully, history will be recreated on Sunday. A few months back, the 1993 NBA MVP did not hold back when questioned about the Alabama fans.

Charles Barkley demolished Alabama fans

Though he doesn’t give up on his alma mater, Barkley has a lot of respect for the Alabama program. However, when it comes to their fans, the Sixers legend absolutely hates it and he doesn’t care about it.?

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In an interview, Barkley revealed, “Alabama is a great program, I got a lot of friends that played there. You know how much love and respect I have for Coach Saban. But I just hate their fans because they?re obnoxious and entitled.“?In addition to the above, Barkley termed the Alabama fans as “ungrateful brats”.?

Well, the stakes are high for the Sunday face-off. Who do think will win the ultimate match-up? Share your take in the comments below.?