Provocative goal celebration? Bayern boss reacts to Karl’s gesture
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11-second readLennart Karl provided the perfect on-field response to recent criticism during FC Bayern’s 2-0 away win against Atlético Madrid. With a spectacular goal, the 18-year-old put Munich on the path to victory. His subsequent celebration, however, sparked new debate.
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Lennart Karl provided the perfect on-field response to recent criticism during FC Bayern’s 2-0 away win against Atlético Madrid. With a spectacular goal, the 18-year-old put Munich on the path to victory.
His subsequent celebration, however, sparked new debate. Sporting director Max Eberl responded to the youngster after the game. The past few days have been anything but quiet for Lennart Karl.
After Bayern honorary president Uli Hoeneß criticized his public demeanor and a subsequent dispute between club officials and player agent Michael Ballack, the forward found himself under particular scrutiny.
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