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Mesut Ozil retires from international football amid 'racism and disrespect' after meeting with Turkish president Erdogan
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German FA admit 'mistakes' over Mesut Ozil's photo with controversial Turkish president Erdogan | Daily Mail Online
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Hoeness says Özil is using the Erdogan scandal to hide his poor performances - Bavarian Football Works
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