Message of Tolerance from the Football Pitch
The actions of the two referees, Jollenbeck and Dankert, has thus opened a new Bundesliga chapter, broadcasting the message of tolerance through Germany and the world.
Moenchengladbach's Stefan Lainer, left, and Moussa Niakhate of Mainz fight for the ball during the German Bundesliga soccer match between Borussia Moenchengladbach and Mainz, at the Borussia Park stadium in Moenchengladbach, Germany, Sunday, April 3, 2022.
It was a breath of fresh air when the Bundesliga allowed players to break their fast mid-game. This move, which the Premier League has also adopted, demonstrates tolerance and diversity.
A new chapter opened in German football when referee Matthias Jollenbeck paused the Bundesliga match between FSV Mainz 05 and Ausburg at Augsburg Arena last week. The referee made the decision during the highest level of German football to allow Mainz defender Moussa Niakhate to break his fast.