Diversity Day

At this year’s VfL-Diversity Day, we are taking a strong stand against hate speech – online, in the stadium, and in society.

Hate, both online and offline, is no longer a fringe issue; it affects us all. Players, fans, and officials increasingly face hateful comments, insults, and threats on social media and in the stadium. Words have power: what starts as a comment on social media can hurt, intimidate, and divide. This harms not only individuals but also the sport as a whole and society at large.

Football thrives on passion, emotions, and community – but when boundaries are crossed, criticism can quickly turn into verbal violence.

VfL Wolfsburg stands for respect, fairness, and diversity. That’s why we use Diversity Day to send a clear message: for fair interaction on and off the pitch.