Clubs in Germany are on the frontline of sometimes violent political debate — but the backlash against extremism is underway
As Stefan R left the stadium of his favourite German football team in the summer of 2019, a powerfully built man dressed in black approached him, grabbing his arm. Then, at least two other men came from behind. He was surrounded. The men had been waiting for him on the street and the chilling message that followed was delivered at speed. “If we see that flag again, we’ll shoot you,” said the man holding him, before one of the other assailants added his own warning. “Now get the f*** out of town.
Before that, they invited the openly gay retired footballer Thomas Hitzlsperger to launch an anti-homophobia campaign. More recently, the club has created a football team for players with autism. It provides a daycare centre for young children, allowing their parents to attend matches, where they can purchase a programme made out of excess grass from the pitch. Frahn had played for the club between 2007 and 2010.
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