It was the first time in around 20 years that the club did not play the hymn before one of its home games. “Debates in this club are what has made this club great,” Göttlich told the fans.

NFL fans are weighing in on the decision ... I bet most people complaining here don’t even know what song it is and that it’s a hymn sung in churches of all races around the country.

It was the first time in around 20 years that the club did not play the hymn before one of its home games. “Debates in this club are what has made this club great,” Göttlich told the fans.

“Many members and fans have made it clear that they no longer feel comfortable with the song,” the club said on its website, noting that the hymn is now dividing the fans rather than bringing ...