# Germany’s Nmecha won’t repeat controversial goal celebration, says Klopp

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/germanys-nmecha-wont-repeat-controversial-goal-celebration-says-klopp/
- Published: 2026-11-12T19:23:07+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-12T19:37:54+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/germanys-nmecha-wont-repeat-controversial-goal-celebration-says-klopp-6547371
- Topics: Europe, Football, Sport, World

## Key points

- Nmecha will not repeat the celebration for Germany.
- The gesture drew criticism over its perceived links to a Christian campaign.
- Klopp said Nmecha told him he discriminates against no one.

## Summary

Germany midfielder Felix Nmecha will not use a controversial goal celebration while playing for the national team, coach Juergen Klopp said. The gesture drew criticism after it was interpreted as support for a Christian campaign accused of discriminating against gay and transgender people.

Nmecha made the gesture after scoring twice for Borussia Dortmund in a 2-1 win over Elversberg last week, mimicking taking a crown from his head and placing it on the grass. Klopp said Nmecha told him he loves everyone and discriminates against no one; after discussing the celebration, the coach said the player would not repeat it. Germany were due to face Serbia in the Nations League on Friday.

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