To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Fox Sports described the pundit’s comments as “stupid and inappropriate”, suspending the former striker until Saturday 7 December. The three-time … Retired Dutch striker Marco van Basten has been removed as an “Icon” player in Fifa 20 Ultimate Team after making Nazi-related comments as a pundit.. He made the comment during a Fox Sports TV broadcast following Ajax’s 4-1 win over Heracles in the Eredivisie last week. Namely: Bill Bryson, Pitch Perfect, and the Streets Of Rage series. Holland legend Marco van Basten has been removed from FIFA 20 after using the Nazi term “Sieg Heil” on air. For more information, go here. His character model, however, wasn’t removed from the actual game like van Basten’s. Until further notice, van Basten’s cards will no longer be found in packs or FUT Draft, and Squad Building Challenges featuring the former Milan forward are also out of the question. EA Sports removed Marco van Basten from the football game FIFA 20 after he said "Sieg Heil" on TV in November. Van Basten scored 24 goals for the Netherlands during a career which, although ravaged by injuries, saw him become one of the foremost strikers of his generation. The top strikers and forwards in FIFA 21 and where to find them. Thomas Müller, ugly football, and you, Lionel Messi is still the best footballer in the world, according to FIFA 21, There's more than a bit of Football Manager in FIFA 21's Career Mode, FIFA 21 potential wonderkids: the best career mode youngsters and hidden gems. As of publication EA had not responded to a request for comment, and there is no confirmation on whether van Basten will be reinstated in FIFA 20 at a later date. Retired Dutch striker Marco van Basten has been removed as an “Icon” player in Fifa 20 Ultimate Team after making Nazi-related comments as a pundit. The case for the service hasn’t. Soon, though…, 25 Best Nintendo Switch games you can play right now, The 20 best PS4 exclusives that you need to play. In the game he is a coveted Icon card for use in Ultimate Team. Now, EA has pulled Van Basten from FIFA 20. As such, we will suspend Marco van Basten icon items from being available in Packs, SBCs and FUT Draft until further notice. Van Basten believed he wasn’t on air, and in an attempt to make fun of Kraay’s poor grasp of the German language, he said: “Not too pretty, sieg heil, pfannkuchen.” [“Pfannkuchen” means “Pancake” in German], He later apologized further, explaining the meaning of what he defined as an “ill-placed joke.”, “I didn’t mean to shock people, I just wanted to ridicule Hans’ German, but I’m sorry,”. Plus new Daily Rides challenges for all players. Dutch legend no longer available in Ultimate Team after using Nazi term on air. Get the best gaming deals, reviews, product advice, competitions, unmissable gaming news and more! "We are aware of the recent comments made by Marco Van Basten. Dutch soccer manager and former Ajax and AC Milan forward Marco van Basten has been removed from FIFA 20 as of Tuesday. Van Basten's Icon cards can continue to be used by those who already own them, and the player's entry in the database still pops up in the FUT auction house via search. He had previously been available as an Icon—a special card reserved for retired stars. No part of this site or its content may be reproduced without the permission of the copyright holder. Marco van Basten 94 - live prices, in-game stats, comments and reviews for FIFA 20 Ultimate Team FUT. The players are among the highest rated in the game and are therefore highly coveted in one of the FIFA franchise's most popular game formats. Dutch soccer manager and former Ajax and AC Milan forward Marco van Basten has been removed from FIFA 20 as of Tuesday. We’ll update this story if van Basten is eventually restored to the game. EA Sports has been a big supporter of anti-racism initiatives in the past. EA has pulled Marco van Basten from FIFA 20 after he used Nazi term "Sieg Heil" live on air. EA said: "We are aware of recent comments made by Marco Van Basten. The 55-year-old, considered one of the great footballers of the modern era, was suspended by the Dutch branch of the Fox Sports network after saying “sieg heil” while working as an analyst. ", Van Dijk reportedly facing 'seven or eight months out' after star 'injures ACL', Real & Barca to fight for Fernandes in shock move after just 8 months in England, Sterling scores only goal as City get back to winningways, Walcott involved as Southampton comeback and score late equaliser, Kepa makes ANOTHER howler as he bottles tackle to hand Southampton goal, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. REMOVED: FIFA's message following the remarks of Van Basten. Van Basten’s appearance fee will reportedly be donated to the Dutch Institute for War, Holocaust and Genocide Studies. He was heard off camera saying “sieg heil” – a German phrase meaning “hail victory” which carries strong connotations with Nazi rallies – after Fox Sports presenter Hans Kraay interviewed Heracles’ German manager Frank Wormuth. Several days later, van Basten was suspended from working with Fox Sports until December 7th. There was a problem. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. This message is … “We have an expectation that our commitment to quality and diversity is upheld across our game. Van Basten claims that his comment - made off camera on the network’s Eretribune show, but clearly picked up by studio mics - was intended to mock colleague Hans Kraay Jr, after he interviewed Heracles manager Frank Wormuth. MARCO VAN BASTEN has been pulled from all FIFA 20 platforms after he was recorded saying "Sieg Heil" during a live TV broadcast. Van Basten was not on screen when he made the comment but his mic was still active when he was picked up supposedly mocking presenter Hans Kraay's German as he interviewed Hercales manager Frank Wormuth. Never miss a thing. Sometimes you score, sometimes you miss. Thanks for taking part! "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. We have an expectation that our commitment to quality and diversity is upheld across our game. The best, highest-potential players in FIFA 21. 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Van Basten made the comments when covering a fixture between Heracles Almelo and Ajax on Saturday 23 November. Holland legend Marco van Basten has been removed from FIFA 20 after using the Nazi term “Sieg Heil” on air. The former Netherlands, Ajax and AC Milan forward was suspended from his … For those of you who don’t follow international sports: the three-time Ballon d’Or winner (the award given to the best soccer players) will no longer be an available character in the game because of his recent comments. The broadcaster added that Van Basten “did not want to hurt anyone deliberately, apologised and accepted the consequences”. Video game news and analysis. The most important news stories of the day, curated by Post editors and delivered every morning. Join the discussion or compare with others! © Join the discussion or compare with others! A message from the FIFA team on FIFA 20 read: "We are aware of the recent comments by Marco van Basten. As such, we will suspend Marco Van Basten Icon items from being available in packs, SBCs and FUT Draft until further notice.". Fox Sports described his comment as “stupid and inappropriate”, and his fee for the show was donated to a Dutch institute that promotes knowledge of World War II. The 55-year-old, considered one of … The 10 most popular stories of the day, delivered at 5pm UK time. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, Reporter for Launcher, The Washington Post's home for video games and esports. Visit our corporate site. suspended for a week by the American network. He won three Serie A titles and two European Cups as part of an all-conquering Milan side in the late 80s, and scored one the great goals of all time as the Dutch triumphed in the 1988 European Championships. For other inquiries, Contact Us. He also likes Street Fighter more than anyone can get him to shut up about it. 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