Mesut Ozil: German fans protest in support of Arsenal midfielder Demonstrators gathered outside Axel Springer publishing house to show support for the Arsenal midfielderHundreds of German fans gathered in support for Mesut Ozil after he quit international football, citing "racism and disrespect" over his Turkish roots. Supporters gathered in Berlin on Sunday wearing 'I am Ozil' T-shirts, waving Turkish and German flags in solidarity with the Arsenal midfielder. He said last week he received hate mail and threats, and was blamed for Germany's disappointing World Cup. Germany's football association "rejected" allegations of racism. However, it said it could have done more to protect him from abuse. Read more: Germany gripped by #MeTwo racism debateOzil, 29, was criticised after being photographed with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan in May. In announcing his international retirement, he said: "I am German when we win, but I am an immigrant when we lose."Former Germany striker Fredi Bobic, who is now the Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director, cr... --------------------- DONT FORGET SUBSCRIBE FOR ME : https://goo.gl/r8kgfa
Lothar Matthaus says Mesut Ozil's retirement from international football will not be a big loss for the German national side, but says the national association (DFB) must use the controversy to effect change.Ozil brought an end to his Germany career citing mistreatment and discrimination from the German Football Federation and went as far as accusing sections of the press of racist treatment.The 29-year-old sparked controversy for being pictured with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan and felt the lack of support from the DFB left him exposed to the full force of his harshest critics. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Mesut Ozil wears £30,000 'Invincibles' Rolex watch out in... 'I am Ozil': German football fans come out in support for... Mesut Ozil obliges referee's bizarre request to autograph... Arsenal 5-1 Paris Saint-Germain: Alexandre Lacazette bags... Share this article Share With a Turkish background, Ozil was supposed to be a symbol for cultural integration in Germany but has since become the very opposite. His decision to retire as a result has forced the country to look at their deepening divisions between communities.And it is exactly that with which Matthaus believes the Ozil controversy can force the DFB and German culture in the right direction.'Mesut has been a great performer in the national team for eight years, but for a year and a half I have not liked [his displays],' Matthaus told Kicker. 'But I have criticised him for that, everything else does not interest me. 'From a sporting perspective – even if it sounds harsh – it is not a loss, but a chance to change something in this position.'It could have been dealt with better from the beginning, as many people were involved. It is a pity and sad that it did not work, because Ozil has done much for German football.'The topic has been underestimated from the start, even by the DFB. Anyone can take pictures with who they want, but then they have to be prepared to face criticism and give answers – it was drawn out for too long.' RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Mesut Ozil wears £30,000 'Invincibles' Rolex watch out in... 'I am Ozil': German football fans come out in support for... Mesut Ozil obliges referee's bizarre request to autograph... Arsenal 5-1 Paris Saint-Germain: Alexandre Lacazette bags... Share this article Share
Mesut Ozil: German FA boss admits regret over row with midfielder Reinhard Grindel was elected as DFB president in April 2016The head of Germany's football association says he regrets that the body's criticism of Mesut Ozil over a photograph with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan was "misused for racist slogans".Arsenal midfielder Ozil, 29, quit the German national team on Sunday amid ongoing controversy over his meeting with Erdogan in May. DFB president Reinhard Grindel said in a statement: "We live our values, and that's why we as the DFB have critically questioned the photo."He added: "Mesut Ozil's decision to step down from the Germany national team has triggered a debate about racism in general and about football's capabilities for integration in particular. As DFB president, I do not wish to shy away from this debate."Looking back, as president I should been unequivocally clear about something that is a given for me as a person and for us all as an association: any form of racial hostility will not be accepted or tolerated under any circu... --------------------- DONT FORGET SUBSCRIBE FOR ME : https://goo.gl/r8kgfa
Germany chief admits mistake in handling Mesut Ozil situation By Press Association Published: 07:18 EDT, 26 July 2018 | Updated: 09:21 EDT, 26 July 2018 The president of Germany's football federation, Reinhard Grindel, says he made mistakes in handling the controversy over Mesut Ozil's photo with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, but rejects accusations of racism. Ozil announced his retirement from Germany's national team on Sunday. He criticised the federation, president Grindel, fans and media for what he regarded as racism in treating people with Turkish roots. Mesut Ozil's picture with Turkey president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has led to a huge furore The president of Germany's Football Federation, Reinhard Grindel, says he made mistakesHe defended the pre-World Cup meeting with Erdogan, who draws widespread criticism in Germany for being increasingly authoritarian. Grindel said on Thursday he regretted that the federation's criticism of the photo 'was abused for racist slogans.'He added: 'In retrospect, I as president should have said una... --------------------- DONT FORGET SUBSCRIBE FOR ME : https://goo.gl/r8kgfa
The president of Germany's football federation, Reinhard Grindel, says he made mistakes in handling a controversy over Mesut Ozil's photo with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, but rejects accusations of racism.Ozil announced his retirement from Germany's national team on Sunday. He criticized the federation, president Grindel, fans and media for what he regarded as racism in treating people with Turkish roots. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Newcastle complete £3m signing of Switzerland defender... Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid, LIVE - International Champions... Furious British cyclist Chris Froome shouts 'f*** you' at... What a way to celebrate your century! Bradley... Share this article Share He defended the pre-World Cup meeting with Erdogan, who draws widespread criticism in Germany for being increasingly authoritarian.Grindel said on Thursday he regretted the federation's criticism of the photo 'was abused for racist slogans.' He added: 'In retrospect, I as president should have said unambiguously what is self-evident for me personally and for us all as a federation.'Every form of racist hostility is intolerable and unacceptable.' RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Newcastle complete £3m signing of Switzerland defender... Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid, LIVE - International Champions... Furious British cyclist Chris Froome shouts 'f*** you' at... What a way to celebrate your century! Bradley... Share this article Share
Sikap Mesut Ozil mundur dari tim nasional Jerman setelah mengalami kritikan bernada rasis terhadapnya didukung oleh warga turki, Ozil bahkan mendapat dukungan dari kalangan pejabat Turki atas sikap tegasnya. Pemain andalan Jerman ini jadi sasaran kritikan atas kegagalan tim nasional Jerman di Piala Dunia 2018. Kritikan semakin jadi setelah beredar foto Mesut Ozil bersama Presiden Turki Tayyip Erdogan. Ozil pun memilih hengkang dari timnas Jerman. https://20.detik.com/sport-buzz/20180724-180724008/simpati-warga-dan-pejabat-turki-untuk-mesut-ozil Ayo tonton dan share detik ini juga! click our website : - detikcom: https://www.detik.com - 20detik: https://20.detik.com Follow official account detikcom di: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/detikcom - Instagram detikcom: https://instagram.com/detikcom - Instagram 20detik: https://www.instagram.com/20detik/ - Facebook detikcom: https://www.facebook.com/detikcom - Facebook 20detik: https://www.facebook.com/20detik
Mesut Ozil has announced his retirement from international football, hitting out at the "racist" and "disrespectful" treatment he received in the wake of his meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Germany's early World Cup exit. The Arsenal star, who has Turkish ancestry, made the announcement on Sunday in a lengthy statement he posted on his Twitter account. The 29-year-old attacking midfielder, who was part of the German squad that exited the 2018 World Cup at the group stage, felt he was singled out as a scapegoat for the failure due to his Turkish heritage and the Erdogan meeting in May. Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/
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