No “One Love” bandage, but a clear gesture: the DFB team demonstratively holds their hand in front of their mouth in their latest team photo.
The German national team sent a small signal in their first World Cup match against Japan on Wednesday: in the team photo that shows the football professionals before the game, the entire team covers their mouths with their hands. The gesture is clear: they were silenced.
The symbolic image should be seen as a minimal compromise, just to have set an example after Manuel Neuer (36) and Co. bowed to the FIFA football association. Originally, Neuer wanted to appear at the World Cup in Qatar with a “One Love” captain’s armband. After threatened sanctions, the UEFA associations involved in the campaign withdrew.
Faeser sits next to the FIFA boss in the stadium with a “One Love” bandage
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser (52) has taken a clear position: she appeared in the stadium with a “One Love” bandage on her left upper arm. In photos, the politician also sits next to FIFA President Gianni Infantino (52). Yesterday, Tuesday, Faeser described himself as a “huge mistake” in FIFA and the sanctions: “It breaks the heart of every fan how FIFA is also carrying out this conflict on the backs of the players. It is a sign of poverty that the world association players threats to stand up for tolerance. It must be possible to show diversity openly.”
With the captain’s armband, the participating associations from several countries originally wanted to stand up for freedom of expression and equality. In addition to Germany, England and the Netherlands, among others, wanted to take part in the campaign announced in September.
The World Cup award to Qatar is heavily criticized and boycotted by numerous football fans.
Source: Stern
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