Germany: Fan protest against player's gesture linked to controversial values

Borussia Dortmund fans are protesting against goal celebrations by Felix Nmecha, which are linked to a controversial Christian movement.

Fans of the German football club Borussia Dortmund have expressed their protest against goal celebrations performed by player Felix Nmecha. According to reports by Dagens Nyheter and Der Spiegel, the gestures, in which he simulates placing a crown on the grass, have been linked by various sources to Christian movements that label homosexuality as a "sin." Nmecha has described the controversy as a "misunderstanding." Reportedly, Germany national team coach Jürgen Klopp has requested a meeting with the player regarding the matter. Further details have not yet been released.