Anwar El Ghazi's response to Mainz! 'Even if it means standing alone...'

The German team Mainz 05 has terminated the contract of its player, Anwar El Ghazi, whom it had previously suspended for his support of Palestine.

In a statement released by the club, it was noted that the contract of the 28-year-old Dutch footballer of Moroccan descent was terminated following his comments and posts on social media.

The club management, which had suspended the player after his first post supporting Palestine, had announced that Anwar El Ghazi was pardoned following discussions.

The forward had stated in a post on his social media account two days ago that he stood by his views.

RESPONSE FROM EL GHAZI

Anwar El Ghazi, whose contract was terminated by the German team Mainz 05, reiterated his support for Palestine on his social media account.

The 28-year-old Dutch footballer of Moroccan descent stated in his post, "Stand for what is right, even if it means standing alone. The loss of my livelihood is nothing compared to the hell being inflicted upon the innocent and vulnerable in Gaza."

The club management, which had suspended the player after his first post supporting Palestine, had announced that Anwar El Ghazi was pardoned following discussions.

The forward's contract was terminated today after he reiterated on his social media account two days ago that he stood by his views.

News Source: 12punto