Philadelphia mayor playfully addresses botched Eagles chant: 'We don't promise perfection'

It's a cardinal sin among Eagles fans!

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is catching heat for fumbling the spelling of "Eagles" after she started the popular chant at a press conference over the weekend.

The gaffe happened on Sunday, when Parker and city leaders gathered to discuss winter storm preparations in Philadelphia ahead of the Eagles-Rams playoff game.

Parker began the ill-fated chant at the end of the press conference and encouraged others to join in as she spelled out "E-L-G-S-E-S! Eagles!" 

What we know:

Parker and other city leaders gathered outside in the bitter cold and wet conditions on Sunday to discuss how the city was preparing for an incoming winter storm.

The first-term mayor called heading to the Eagles playoff game essential travel, and encouraged fans to use caution while heading to Lincoln Financial Field.

"Making it to our Philadelphia Eagles game on today is essential," Parker said.

Before the press conference wrapped up, Parker implored those gathered around her to participate in an Eagles chant. 

"We've gotta do this, let me hear you all say: E-L-G-L-E-S! Eagles!" Parker exclaimed. "Go Birds!"

What they're saying:

Parker poked fun at her blunder on Tuesday during a press conference about the Kensington Wellness Court.

"We don't promise perfection, I'm so happy I never have," Parker said. "Especially after I couldn't spell Eagles right."

The self-deprecating moment elicited a laugh from those in attendance.

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