A recent piece of news shocked and heart-wrenching me. It turns out that on our beloved football field, there are not only wonderful games and the sweat of the players, but also a hidden secret -Laughing gas addiction。According to The Sun, Premier League clubs have begun testing players for nitrous oxide (commonly known as "laughing gas") because of the growing number of players addicted to the drug.
Laughing gas, which sounds harmless, even a little hippie, but its consequences are no joke. There are stars whose nervous system has been damaged due to the inhalation of laughing gas, which has led to the collapse of the contract with the club. What's more, some players' lung capacity and physical performance have been greatly reduced as a result, affecting the performance of the game. Long-term use of laughing gas can reduce the level of vitamin B12, which is essential for nerve function, leading to nerve damage and even spinal cord and nerve damage.
In November last year, Britain** criminalized laughing gas consumption, and the act was finally justified. But sadly, many players are still addicted to it, mistakenly believing it to be a harmless form of entertainment. Some players even spend a lot of money on laughing gas canisters at birthday parties, which has gone far beyond normal entertainment.
As fans, we love the moments on the pitch and the effort the players put into the win. But we want them to be healthy and happy off the pitch as well. The behaviour of the stars affects not only their own health and careers, but also the team's image and results to some extent.
The club started taking steps to test players on the use of laughing gas, which was a good start. But at the root of the problem is that players need to be aware of the impact of their actions on their health, careers and even their lives. In this sense, it is not only the responsibility of the club, but also the responsibility of all relevant parties in society. We need to provide more care and support to the players, to help them realise their problems and to encourage them to step out of their mistakes.
It's a heavy topic, but facing up to the problem is always the first step to solving it. As fans, we're not just spectators, we're part of the family. Let's cheer for our stars and hope that they will not only win on the pitch, but also find their own brightness in life.
Glory on the pitch is short-lived, but health and happiness are long-lasting. I hope that everyone can face up to the problems caused by laughing gas and work together to make our beloved football world cleaner and better.