Despite possible sanctions by FIFA, Manuel Neuer wants to wear the captain's armband with the One Love symbol in the World Cup opening game against Japan next Wednesday (2:00 p.m. CET in the FAZ live ticker for the World Cup, on ARD and on MagentaTV).
When asked the same question, the goalkeeper of the German national soccer team answered succinctly at the DFB press conference in Al-Shamal on Saturday: "Yes."
DFB director Oliver Bierhoff was amazed at the alternative imprints for captain's armbands with social messages presented by FIFA on Saturday.
"I heard a thing or two too.
Of course, the short-term nature is surprising.
It seems like FIFA doesn't have a clear stance," said Bierhoff.
In September, the DFB announced that it would wear the captain's armband at the World Cup, along with other major football nations such as England and the Netherlands, as a symbol of equality and freedom of expression.
World Cup host Qatar has been criticized for disregarding human rights standards.
FIFA presented several of its own options for captain's armbands on Saturday, for example with slogans like "#SaveThePlanet" or #NoDiscrimination".
Bierhoff announced that they wanted to coordinate further with the other nations.
"We assume that we can continue to wear the bandage," said the 54-year-old.
FIFA has not yet banned the one love armband.
According to the statutes, political statements are prohibited.
DFB President Bernd Neuendorf made it clear on Friday that he would continue with the campaign even if a fine was imposed as a sanction.
Neuer emphasized the importance of joint action with other teams.
"It's good that we have the power with other nations in western Europe," said the 36-year-old.
"It's good that we're not alone." He's not afraid to wear the One Love bandage.