announced, external<\/a> a minute’s silence would be held “in memory of all those women killed by male violence to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women”. <\/p>\nThe video and subsequent announcement by the club attracted criticism on social media, with fans describing it as an “embarrassment” and “ironic”.<\/p>\n
In a statement, Barcelona said: “Jerome Boateng has no contractual relationship or active role within the club.<\/p>\n
“His presence was solely a one-off, educational visit as part of his personal process toward obtaining a coaching licence.<\/p>\n
“It was not an institutional invitation for any sporting or representative duties.<\/p>\n
“The club remains fully committed to combating gender-based violence. We understand the sensitivity surrounding this issue and regret any perception of inconsistency. <\/p>\n
“Our tributes and moments of remembrance for women killed by male violence are an essential and non-negotiable value for us, and nothing that took place was intended to undermine that message.”<\/p>\n
Last month Boateng, who was part of Germany’s 2014 World Cup-winning squad, had to cancel a coaching internship he had arranged at Bayern Munich because of protests and a backlash by fans. <\/p>\n
Boateng ended his playing career in September and plans to become a coach, after receiving his Uefa B coaching licence in November 2024.<\/p>\n
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