Paul Pogba mirrors Cristiano Ronaldo’s Coca-Cola snub and removes Heineken bottle from Euro 2020 press conference
FRANCE ace Paul Pogba mirrored Cristiano Ronaldo’s Coca-Cola snub by removing a Heineken beer bottle during his press conference.
The devout Muslim moved the beverage from the table in front of him following France’s 1-0 win against Germany on Tuesday night.
Pogba, who made a religious pilgrimage to Mecca along with Kurt Zouma in 2018, refused to endorse one of Euro 2020’s official sponsors as alcohol is forbidden for Muslims.
The 28-year-old has become the latest star to take a stance against the Euros’ sponsors after Ronaldo removed two bottles of Coca-Cola placed in front of him.
Fans were left disgusted with tournament staff as they suggested the Manchester United midfielder moved the alcohol-free beer bottle due to his faith.
One supporter fumed: “Putting an alcoholic beverage in front of a Muslim is straight disrespect… You can’t blame Pogba here.”
Another tweeted: “He’s a Muslim. Why put beer in front of him? Sponsors must be rational.”
A third added: “He is a Muslim you should respect his choice.”
Meanwhile another stated: “Quite understandable that as a Muslim, Pogba wouldn’t want to be seen promoting beer.”
One simply stated: “Shoulda removed the Heineken logo/name behind him too.”
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Earlier this week, Ronaldo removed two Coca-Cola bottles during his press conference prior to Portugal’s 3-0 win against Hungary.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner then declared ‘Drink water,’ which caused a £2.84billion drop in the company.
Uefa has since issued a statement in response to CR7’s actions, saying “everyone is entitled to their drink preferences” and that everyone has different “tastes and needs”.
A spokesperson added: “Players are offered water, alongside Coca-Cola and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, on arrival at our press conferences.”
It was an eventful night for Pogba in Munich as he played a huge role in Mats Hummels’ own goal.
He even declared that Germany defender Antonio Rudiger did BITE him as he played down the incident.