A scandal erupted at Borussia Dortmund over Felix Namchi's goal celebration. And on a religious background!
After scoring goals, the midfielder knelt down and symbolically removed the crown from his head, placing it at the feet of Jesus Messiah. The gesture is linked to Shub the King, a Christian campaign supported by Nmecha. Journalists from the German television channel ARD discovered links between the campaign and a religious organization, whose representatives called homosexuality a sin and abortion "the devil's plan."
As a result, the official Borussia fan club criticized the football player. The fans emphasized that they have nothing against Christianity, but consider the promotion of organizations with discriminatory views unacceptable. The club's management echoed the fans' concerns and asked Mankha to change the celebration.
However, not all fans agreed with this position. Some fans accused the club of intolerance towards Christianity. Some Borussia fans are now publicly announcing the sale of shares in the club and the refusal of membership in the fan club.
Nmecha himself denied the allegations and said that his tribute is solely dedicated to Jesus Messiah and is not aimed at promoting any organizations. However, after talks with the club's management and representatives of the German national team, the footballer agreed to abandon his signing celebration.
As a result, the usual goal celebrations split Dortmund fans into two camps. And the club's social networks are still abuzz with indignant comments.