Felix Nmecha’s faith is forcing Borussia Dortmund into an uncomfortable debate
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Midfielder’s spectacular strikes rescued a frustrating day, only for celebrations to reignite dialogue that has followed him through his career It was just what they needed at just the right time. For a tricky first half and beyond, Elversberg had been a stone in Borussia Dortmund’s shoe, the promoted side not just keeping the home team at bay but keeping them honest, nourishing ambitions of their own. “The fatigue was clearly visible,” said the sporting director, Ole Book, to Sky after a week which had contained Der Klassiker in Munich and a hard-fought Champions League victory over Betis…
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Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha and the question of religion
Felix Nmecha’s "Crowns down" celebration has drawn criticism from a Borussia Dortmund fan club, reopening debate over faith, inclusion and religious messaging in football.
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Felix Nmecha’s faith is forcing Borussia Dortmund into an uncomfortable debate
Midfielder’s spectacular strikes rescued a frustrating day, only for celebrations to reignite dialogue that has followed him through his career It was just what they needed at just the right time. For a tricky first half and beyond, Elversberg had been a stone in Borussia...
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