Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool star, has been chastised on social media by Muslim followers after posting a Christmas message to his Christian fans.
The Egyptian footballer, who is Muslim, uploaded a photo of a Christmas tree and talked about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
before wishing his followers a ‘Merry Christmas’ in his caption.
Shortly after, the footballer was chastised by Muslim supporters for his usual Christmas post.
Salah is ’embarrassing to the Muslim world,’ according to one fan, while another is ‘disappointed’ with the Liverpool star.
‘This is very uncouth Salah, you are Muslim, not Christian,’ another supporter said. Shame on you, brother, for our Christmas is in April.’
‘Mo Salah, I liked you as an Arsenal fan,’ wrote someone claiming to be a fan. You were a terrific player who constantly motivated me.
‘However, after this tweet, I can no longer view you as my role model. You disappointed me. If you don’t delete this tweet, I will have to unfollow you.’
Others defended Mo, with one writing: ”As Muslims, we shouldn’t judge. But everyone loves to judge Salah every Christmas. I guess we ain’t all perfect. Free Palestine.’
While another tweeted: ‘This is a powerful message and a reminder to keep those innocent civilians in our thoughts. Much Love Mo.’
Salah in his message along with the picture of the Christmas tree, wrote: ‘Christmas is a time when families get together and celebrate.
‘With the brutal war going on in the Middle East, especially the death and destruction in Gaza, this year we get to Christmas with very heavy hearts and we share the pain of those families who are grieving the loss of their loved ones.
