This week marks the start of Ramadan for billion Muslims around the world and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has wished all his fans on this auspicious occasion. Ramazan is the holiest months for followers of Islam and it is observed in the ninth month according to the Islamic calendar. The festival begins after the sighting of the crescent moon on the day where people observe fast, pray, avoid any kind of sinful behaviour for the next thirty days. Mesut Ozil Appreciates Indian Fans For Their Congratulatory Messages Sent to Him and His Wife Amine Gulse on Becoming Parents of Baby Girl! 

Arsenal and Germany player Mesut Ozil took to his social media to wish ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ to all the people celebrating this festival around the world. ‘Ramadan Mubarak to all my Muslim brothers & sisters’ the 31-year-old wrote on his social media. Arsenal Agree Wage Cut With Players, Coaching Staff Amid Coronavirus Pandemic.

Wishes From Mesut Ozil

Along with his wishes, the German also posted a message of hope for people as the world is currently battling with the deadly coronavirus pandemic. ‘Ramadan is mercy, abundance, affection, forgiveness. The purification of the soul and body is the clarity of the palate. In this period when the world is going through a great test, the holy Ramadan-i Sharif is comforting our hearts,’ the Arsenal man wrote.

A Positive Message

Mesut Ozil is currently in isolation with his family as the UK announced nationwide lockdown at least until the first week of May. After a difficult start to the campaign under Unai Emery, the German has once again found his form with Mikel Arteta and will be eager to get back on the field.

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