Bastian Schweinsteiger faces backlash for comments on African football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:10 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Bastian Schweinsteiger has sparked controversy with remarks about African football while working as a pundit during the ongoing World Cup in North America. His comments, describing African football as 'a bit wild, a bit unorthodox,' have drawn criticism from Ivory Coast manager Emerse Fae. Fae expressed disappointment in Schweinsteiger, labeling the comments as potentially racist and emphasizing the technical and tactical capabilities of African teams. The Ivory Coast team recently secured a 2-0 victory over Curacao and is poised for further group stage matches.
- •Schweinsteiger made controversial claims about African football during World Cup coverage.
- •Emerse Fae criticized Schweinsteiger, calling his comments disappointing and potentially racist.
- •Ivory Coast qualified for the next stage of the World Cup with six points.
- •Fae praised the technical skill of African teams following a recent victory.
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