The confrontation on the football field is fierce, but there are also tender moments. On July 7, England eliminated Switzerland in the European Cup penalty shootout and advanced to the semi-finals. Behind this victory, the actions of Luke Shaw and Bellingham became a sharp contrast in on-field demeanor and football spirit.
When Arnold scored the winning penalty, the English players rushed forward to celebrate. Only Luke Shaw remained calm and shook hands with the Swiss players for the first time. This move not only showed his humility and respect, but also reflected the demeanor and professionalism that should be expected on the football field. Regardless of victory or defeat, respect for the opponent is indispensable and is an important part of the spirit of football.
In contrast, Bellingham's inappropriate celebration gesture after the game against Slovakia caused controversy. Although he scored a key goal in the game, this behavior attracted widespread criticism. As public figures, players should act as role models, and Bellingham clearly failed to live up to that standard. UEFA subsequently fined him and suspended him for one game with a suspended sentence. Netizens heatedly discussed the two people's actions and thought they were very different.
Football is not only competition, but also a spirit. Luke Shaw's actions showed us the respect and grace we deserve on the football field, while Bellingham's actions reminded us that in addition to technology and talent, football character and ethics are equally important. As Messi said, it is normal to have confrontations, competitions and conflicts on the football field. But that ends when the game ends. They just stayed on the field.
has a long road to growth. If you want to reach the top of football, you not only need excellent skills, but also good moral character and professionalism. This is how you play football and how you should be a human being.
