Sahra Wagenknecht and Lothar Matthäus exchange sharp criticisms

German politician Sahra Wagenknecht has responded to criticisms from FC Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß. Hoeneß previously described Wagenknecht’s BSW party as an “April joke” and suggested the group should be renamed the “Union of Friends of Russia.” Wagenknecht rejected these claims, accusing Hoeneß of “lack of class” and stating that labeling peace advocates as pro-Moscow fuels war sentiment.

In sports news, former German international Lothar Matthäus has issued strong criticisms regarding player conduct. Matthäus targeted Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior, describing him as a “troublemaker” and a “spoilsport” whose ego harms the team’s discipline. He contrasted the Brazilian attacker with Harry Kane, whom he praised as a professional gentleman.

Additionally, Matthäus echoed Hoeneß’s sentiments regarding Bayern Munich’s young talent Lennart Karl. Both figures suggested that the 18-year-old needs to show more humility and focus on football rather than social media and “bling” to succeed in a highly competitive environment.