TBG fans and followers of German football know that Germany is one of the most progressive countries in all facets. After all, the mayor of Berlin, Klaus Wowereit, is openly gay, although there is no word on whether he supports Berlin's top football team Hertha BSC (6-2 winners over Karlsruher on the weekend!).
Wowereit famously declared, "Ich bin schwul, und das ist auch gut so." (I am gay and that is good)
Not too long ago, Bayern star Mario Gomez called for gay footballers to come out since Germany is so progressive. A real national team star, first-choice 'keeper Manuel Neuer has also voiced his agreement.
In an exclusive interview with Bunte, Neuer said, "Yes, those who are gay should say so. It relieves a burden. And the fans will get over it quickly. What matters is the performance delivered by the player, not his sexual preference."
Neuer reportedly nixed a transfer to Manchester Utd. It's obvious that the Gelsenkirchen-born Neuer is much more comfortable playing in front of the best, most openly-minded supporters in the world!
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