Fifa 18 has been hailed for its immersive gameplay - but one famous “critic” has put the boot into EA Sports’ latest football video game.
Fifa 18 shows the midfielder with long hair and a headband, but as Khedira was quick to point out, he’s had a short hairdo for more than two years.
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Yesterday on Twitter Khedira said: “Hey @EASPORTSFIFA, I’m really glad you like my long hair… but I’m wearing it short for almost two years now…”
His tweet was quickly pounced upon by media, fans and even Fifa’s gaming rivals Pro Evolution Soccer (PES), who replied that he looked “good” with his short hair in #PES2018.
Sporf called the moment “awkward”, while fan account FFJuventus said Khedira had “won the internet”.
We take a look at the best Twitter reactions:
PES was quick to reply
This fan told Khedira to switch games
An awkward moment, said Sporf
Khedira takes a swipe
Fifa’s mistake is shocking, says one fan
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