It didn’t take long for the storm to cross the Atlantic, heading from her native America to Paris, where she now lives. Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Korbin Albert finds himself at the center of a major controversy on social networks, where Internet users have highlighted several activities considered problematic on his part on Instagram and TikTok, and in particular “likes” and “shares” of homophobic and transphobic content.
One of the contents shared by Albert on TikTok is the testimony of a young man who recounts how the Catholic religion and Jesus “saved” him from many setbacks in his life, among which he cites, among other things, his bisexuality and his transgender identity, about which he speaks of “shame”, but also alcohol, drugs and the numerous crimes committed when he was young.
Another post “liked” on Instagram by the player, according to Internet users’ sharesis a meme ironizing the fact that “Megan Rapinoe sprains her ankle in her last career match”.
A USWNT player that reposts videos about God “saving” people from being gay and “feeling transgender” is just gross, insulting and unacceptable. Not after the team and also have worked so hard to become a safe place for queer players and fans. pic.twitter.com/aXVwD2bhT0
— that’s the tea (@tonaliana) March 28, 2024
The American soccer legend, a global figure in the fight for LGBT rights, published a long story message this Thursday evening which indirectly evokes this affair. “To all those hiding behind their beliefs, I would just ask one question: are you making the environment safer and more inclusive, bringing out the best in everyone? Because if you don’t, all you believe in is hate. And children commit suicide because of this hatred. Wake up the fuck! » Message shared on Instagram by another American soccer figure, Becky Sauerbrunn.
Those around the player explain that she was devastated this morning when she saw the reactions on social networks and, regarding the TikTok video that she shared and which caused the most reaction, that she wanted only share religious content and not homophobic remarks at all. This, we are told, does not reflect his thinking at all.
“I promise to improve”
This controversy did not stop at the gates of PSG. The player herself published a text on Instagram following PSG’s victory against Häcken in the Champions League (3-0). “I would like to sincerely apologize for my actions on social media. Liking and sharing offensive, insensitive and hurtful posts was immature and disrespectful, which was never my intention. »
“I am truly disappointed in myself and I am deeply sorry for the hurt I have caused to my teammates, other players, fans, friends and everyone who was offended. I truly believe that everyone should feel safe and respected everywhere and on every playing field. I know that my actions fell short and I sincerely apologize. It is an honor and a privilege to be able to play this sport on the international stage and I promise to improve. »
“I am very surprised,” Jocelyn Prêcheru reacted at a press conference. I didn’t know (about this story). “It doesn’t match at all the image I have of Korbin and the person I’ve known for a year.”
Starting this Thursday evening, she scored the second Parisian goal, with a sublime strike from outside the area which ended up in the top corner. His primary objective, people around him said this Thursday during the day, was to concentrate fully on this match.
