Podolski: Germany players not discussing Low video

There was much amusement on social media when clips emerged of Low apparently placing a hand down the front of his trousers before raising it to his nose, during his side's opening Euro 2016 fixture against Ukraine.

Published : Jun 14, 2016 22:14 IST

While Low's actions may have entertained many, Podolski insists the incident has not been discussed by Germany's players.
While Low's actions may have entertained many, Podolski insists the incident has not been discussed by Germany's players.
lightbox-info

While Low's actions may have entertained many, Podolski insists the incident has not been discussed by Germany's players.

Joachim Low may have been left embarrassed by footage of his touchline behaviour on Sunday, but Germany forward Lukas Podolski has laughed off questions on the issue, insisting: "This is not a topic for the team."

There was much amusement on social media when clips emerged of Low apparently placing a hand down the front of his trousers before raising it to his nose, during his side's opening Euro 2016 fixture against Ukraine.

However, while Low's actions may have entertained many, Podolski insists the incident has not been discussed by Germany's players.

"This is not a topic for the team," he said. "I think 80 per cent of you, and also me, sometimes scratch their balls. So it's all good."

Having beaten Ukraine 2-0, Germany's next assignment is a clash with Poland, which also won its first game against Northern Ireland, and this game holds particular meaning for Podolski.

The 31-year-old was born in the Polish city of Gliwice and scored both goals when the two teams met at Euro 2008.

"For me, it's a special game," he said. "Poland have taken enormous steps in the last few years."

Sign in to unlock all user benefits
  • Get notified on top games and events
  • Save stories to read later
  • Access to comment on every story
  • Sign up / manage to our newsletters with a single click
  • Get notified by email for early bird access to discounts & offers to our products
Sign in

Comments

Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide to our community guidelines for posting your comment