“Spanish wankers”: RB Salzburg apologizes to Sevilla FC
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But the horses really went crazy. There was a scandal at the RB Salzburg cabin party after the power plant of the Champions League round of 16.
The jubilation knew hardly any boundaries. Karim Adeyemi (19) had only one wish after the Champions League coup with RB Salzburg on Wednesday evening (December 8, 2021): “I can’t think of anything else than to celebrate with the boys until Saturday,” he said afterwards historic success.
Salzburg defeated Sevilla FC with a goal from Noah Okafor (50th) with 1-0 at home without spectators. As runners-up in the group, Salzburg will move into the Champions League round of 16 together with group winners OSC Lille.
However, one of them got a lot wrong during the celebrations: Ulf Häfelinger (36), mental coach from RB Salzburg. Many players posted videos of the cabin party on social networks. And there was also a scene that caused trouble for the nun.
RB Salzburg: Noa Okafor broadcast the cabin speech live on the network
Noah Okafor (21) broadcast the speech of his mental coaches live on Instagram. And then these words fell: Häfelinger described the opponents of Sevilla FC as “Spanish wankers”.
The club later apologized via Twitter: “In the emotion of what was for us such an extraordinary success, words were uttered that could not be. Today we played against a strong and fair opponent to whom we would like to sincerely apologize for this choice of words. “
The victory was actually historic: The Bulls were the first Austrian club to reach the knockout phase of the premier class. Also a great success for the German trainer Matthias Jaissle (33).
Adeyemi from RB Salzburg to Borussia Dortmund?
And the German international Adeyemi could soon be playing in the Bundesliga. The U21 European champions are courted by many clubs, Borussia Dortmund could have the best chance of being signed. At RB Salzburg he still has a contract until 2024. “I’m happy to make it to the round of 16 with such a great team,” said Adeyemi.
By the way, VfL Wolfsburg only finished last in Group G and were eliminated. Against Lille there was a 1: 3 at home on the last day of the match. Wolfsburg was fourth with just five points from six games. Sevilla FC continue to play in the Europa League as third. (ubo)