Overview

• MSV Duisburg posted on X comparing their likely promotion to the papal succession following Pope Francis's death on Easter Monday.
• The post, which included the phrase 'Habemus Platz 1,' was criticized by users as inappropriate and tactless.
• The club swiftly deleted the post and the author issued an apology, stating no offense was intended.
• Pope Francis, who led 1.4 billion Catholics, passed away at age 88 in the Vatican from a stroke.
• The incident has sparked broader discussions about the risks of referencing sensitive religious events in promotional content.