Pro-Palestine video spread
Stunned Bayern professional Mazraoui explains himself
October 16, 2023, 6:35 a.m
After the terrorist attacks by Hamas, FC Bayern expresses its solidarity with Israel. Defender Mazraoui causes a stir with a pro-Palestine contribution. In the evening he explains himself. He is disappointed that he has to clarify this.
Bundesliga professional Noussair Mazraoui from FC Bayern shared a video on social networks wishing the Palestinians a victory in the conflict with Israel. The Moroccan national soccer player shared a clip on Instagram in which a voice says in the style of a prayer: “God, help our oppressed brothers in Palestine to achieve victory. May God give mercy to the dead, may God heal their wounded. ” A waving flag of Palestine can be seen in the picture. In the entry from early Sunday morning, Mazraoui wrote “Ameen” (Amen) next to an emoji with folded hands.
After the post caused a stir, the footballer commented again on Sunday evening. A statement said in English: “The point is that I strive for peace and justice in this world. This means that I will always be against all forms of terrorism, hatred and violence.” He said he was disappointed that he had to clarify this. Shortly after the attack became known, FC Bayern wrote on the X platform (formerly Twitter) that they were worried about their friends in Israel.
“I don’t understand why people think the opposite about me and why I’m associated with hateful groups,” Mazraoui continued. It’s not currently about what he or others think. “Innocent people are being killed every day as a result of this terrible conflict that has spiraled out of control.” One should raise one’s voice against this, saying that the situation is “simply inhumane. Finally, I would like to make it clear that it was never my intention, consciously or unconsciously, to offend or hurt anyone.”
FC Bayern initially did not provide any information as to whether the Instagram post had any consequences for the 25-year-old professional. Mazraoui is currently with the Moroccan national team. Last weekend, Palestinian terrorists carried out a devastating attack on Israeli civilians on behalf of Hamas. So far there have been more than 1,300 deaths in Israel.