Union ‌Berlin denounces sexist abuse aimed at female manager Marie-Lou Eta

Al Jazeera Social JusticeNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by By Reuters and The Associated PressApril 14, 2026 at 12:39 PM

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Union ‌Berlin denounces sexist abuse aimed at female manager Marie-Lou Eta

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Union Berlin has publicly condemned the sexist online abuse directed at Marie-Louise Eta after she became the first woman to manage a men's Bundesliga team. Eta was appointed interim head coach of Union Berlin's men's team following the dismissal of Steffen Baumgart, a role she will hold until the end of the season before transitioning to the club's women's side. Her appointment was met with derogatory and sexist comments on social media, prompting the club to defend her and express full confidence in her abilities. Union Berlin officials emphasized Eta's focus on coaching and working with the team, while also denouncing the sexist attitudes displayed online. The club has pledged its full support for Eta in the face of the online backlash.

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Marie-Louise Eta has a very pragmatic approach to all of its.

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We have 100 percent confidence in Loui, with complete conviction.

quote — Horst Heldt, Union’s director of men’s professional football100% confidence

Union Berlin condemned the sexist online abuse directed at Marie-Louise Eta.

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Eta was appointed interim head coach for the remainder of the season.

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Marie-Louise Eta became the first woman to take charge of a men’s Bundesliga team.

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Bundesliga 35% Horst Heldt 40% Christian Arbeit 40% Steffen Baumgart 50% Union Berlin ×590% Marie-Louise Eta ×495%

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sexist abuse 90% marie-louise eta 80% union berlin 80% female manager 70% sexism 70% bundesliga 60% online abuse 60% interim head coach 50% men's team 50%