Nicolas Anelka is set to appear before the FA disciplinary committee next week to address the controversy surrounding his alleged anti-Semitic gesture known as the “quenelle.”
The incident occurred during a match between West Bromwich Albion and West Ham on December 28, where Anelka celebrated a goal with the gesture. While Anelka has denied any anti-Semitic intent behind his actions, he will have the opportunity to provide further explanation to the committee.
Dieudonné, the creator of the quenelle gesture, expressed his intention to travel to England to support Anelka, but his request was denied by the authorities in London. This incident has reignited discussions about the nature and implications of the quenelle gesture, following similar controversies involving other public figures.
