Bayern Fans Want to End Qatar Airways Deal - Ignored By Bayern Bosses
Nov 28, 2021, by John
FC Bayern Munich have had two turbulent weeks behind them. There has been a lot of negativity surrounding the club lately, 5 unvaccinated players in quarantine, an embarrassing loss to FC Augsburg as well as controversy regarding one of their main sponsorship deals.
Bayern - Qatar Airways Deal
The topic of the Qatar Airways sponsorship at FC Bayern has resurfaced multiple times in the past few years, but now it has gained more traction than ever. Signed in 2017, the multi-year deal saw the state-owned Qatari airline become one of Bayern Munich's primary sponsors, even featuring on their sleeve.
Bayern have also travelled to Qatar during winter training camps, something that is closely linked with the Qatar Airways sponsorship. This is an aspect of the deal that enrages fans.
Most of all, they dislike the fact that Qatar largely ignores human rights, so they do not want Bayern to be involved with the rich Middle-Eastern country's airline.
Protests
The Qatar Airways deal has never sat well with the Bavarian club's fans, who have protested it many times over the years.
At FC Bayern's annual members' meeting, member Michael Ott attempted to get a vote on the controversial sponsorship, however, this was dodged by Bayern's bosses, even though they had known about the proposal for some time in advance. Nonetheless, club president Herbert Hainer was later forced to address the issue, receiving loud boos and "Hainer out!" calls.
Wochenlang hat der #FCBayern einen Antrag von @Maitre_Ott ignoriert, in dem er ein Ende des Sponsoring von Qatar Airways fordert. Präsident Hainer sagt auf der #FCBJHV, der Verein stelle sich dem Diskurs - und er kritisiert die Wortwahl von Ott. Hainer erntet Pfiffe. @sportschau pic.twitter.com/NmA9R3I5j0
— Deutschlandfunk Sport (@DLF_Sport) November 25, 2021
He stated that he welcomes criticism, but only in a factual, respectful manner. Hainer was clearly trying to distract from the topic, rather than addressing the actual proposal.
"Money > Human Rights?, Capital > Moral?, Eyes open"This means that in the end, the proposal was not accepted and a vote on the Qatar Airways sponsorship deal did not take place.
Michael Ott still plans on taking more legal action and continues to pursue the goal of ending this deal. He has plenty of time, considering the current contract lasts until the summer of 2023.
"The extremely ugly side of FC Bayern is shown by those who accept the blood money from Qatar and Co."For the time being, both Qatar and FC Bayern will keep getting what they desire. Qatar continues to get away with human rights abuses and corrupting the sport, while Bayern apparently receives 20 Million Euros per year.
What do you make of this discussion around Qatar Airways' sponsorship deal with FC Bayern Munich? Comment below.
Adidas Germany 2026 Farewell Kit Debuted on Pitch
Germany officially debuted their special edition Adidas farewell kit during their UEFA Nations League clash against the Netherlands. The release marks the final chapter of a legendary 72-year partnership between the German Football Association (DFB) and the Three Stripes, which began in 1954 and will officially come to an end on December 31, 2026, ahead of Nike taking over as technical supplier from 2027.
The tribute shirt features an elegant, predominantly black base decorated with vertical gold diamond pinstripes running down the front. Adidas has opted for the heritage Trefoil logo on the right chest alongside the classic DFB crest used between 1978 and 1996, both rendered in white. A retro-inspired crossover V-neck collar is trimmed in white and gold, mirrored on the sleeve cuffs, while a commemorative "1954" jock tag sits on the bottom hem to honor the historic year the partnership began.
Completed with black shorts and black socks featuring gold detailing, the on-pitch ensemble arrived just days after its official unveiling. Following its high-profile match debut, the Germany 2026 farewell jersey is scheduled to go on general sale via official Adidas channels starting September 26, 2026.
Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 Boots Revealed - Reactive Nike Hydra Upper
Through its partner stores, Nike has officially revealed Erling Haaland's fifth signature edition, the Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 from his Force of Nature collection. Finished in a Baltic Blue colorway with cloud-inspired graphics across the rear, the low-cut boot introduces Nike's Hydra treatment, which uses reactive white ink that vanishes when wet to uncover additional details of the graphic beneath. Engineered for lethal finishing in the 26-27 season, the boot combines a Gripknit upper with a Cyclone 360 soleplate and is scheduled to launch on October 1, 2026. Huge thanks to Pro Direct and Unisportsore for images and the video.
Fortuna Sittard 26-27 Cup Kit Released - Sponsorless 1957 Tribute
Dutch Eredivisie side Fortuna Sittard and technical supplier Robey have officially revealed a special cup kit for the 26-27 campaign. Created in collaboration with design agency 51North, this release marks the very first dedicated cup kit in the club's history. It serves as a direct tribute to predecessor club Fortuna '54, who won the 1957 KNVB Beker with a memorable Bram Appel hat-trick against Feyenoord.
The Robey Fortuna Sittard 26-27 cup shirt faithfully revives the historic look with a white base highlighted by broad horizontal red and blue stripes across the chest, completing the Dutch tricolor. In true vintage fashion, the jersey comes with long sleeves as standard and features a retro polo collar. Club sponsors voluntarily stepped aside to allow a completely clean, sponsorless front, while the Robey branding and club badge are subtly embroidered in tonal white to maintain the authentic aesthetic.
Additional bespoke details round off the historic tribute. A heritage Fortuna '54 tag sits near the bottom hem, and an embroidered depiction of the KNVB Cup sits neatly below the back collar, added with official federation approval. The shirt is worn with matching white shorts and socks, completing a timeless look for Fortuna's cup run.
FIFA ASEAN Cup Features Same Left-Sleeve Kit Badge as in 2026 FIFA World Cup Final
The opening match between Laos and Brunei provided a full reveal of the sleeve patch pairing for the inaugural FIFA-organized Southeast Asian tournament.
Moving away from the previously expected navy blue, the official tournament patches feature a clean white base. Most notably, the "Football Unites the World" sleeve patch on the left arm is the exact same design that made a single, exclusive appearance at the recent World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.
Big thanks to @What The Kit for spotting and making the collage.
