Why Felix Nmecha Says Soccer Will Never Satisfy

Out of Neutral | Grace Baptist Church · Jun 24, 2026 · 5m

Why Felix Nmecha Says Soccer Will Never Satisfy Paul Sadler

When Felix Nmecha scored Germany’s opening goal against Curaçao, he knelt down, gestured to heaven, and then motioned as if he was removing a crown from his head and placing it at his feet for Jesus. It stood out because so often players will celebrate themselves: thumping their chests, motioning that they’re number one, and standing in front of their fans as if to soak in the glory.

Then at the end of the match, he and teammate Jonathan Tah joined a group of Curaçao players who were huddled in prayer at the centre circle and prayed…