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Union Berlin Faces Backlash Over Offensive Social Media Post

The club's controversial comment during a match against Eintracht Frankfurt sparked widespread criticism for insensitivity.

  • Union Berlin's social media post referenced drug addiction in Frankfurt's train station area, leading to public outrage.
  • The post was made during a match against Eintracht Frankfurt, highlighting the team's offensive efforts before halftime.
  • Critics labeled the comment as 'vile' and 'tasteless,' calling for an apology from the club.
  • Despite the backlash, the post remained online for hours after the match concluded.
  • This incident follows a previous controversial post by Union Berlin about a bridge collapse in Dresden, for which the club later apologized.
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