In the passionate world of football, referees are an indispensable part of the game, they ensure the fairness and justice of the game, and they are the best heroes on the field. Especially when the overall performance of Chinese football is not bright enough, our referees have become a rare bright spot. In the recent Asian Cup, the performance of Chinese referee Ma Ning is a perfect example. From the group stage to the knockout round, and then to the final, he blew penalties all the way and became the pride of Chinese football on the international stage.
However, just as we applauded Ma Ning's performance, a news shocked many fans: the Chinese Football Association launched the "45years retirement policy".It will make Ma Ning and a group of other excellent referees face a crossroads in their careers. This policy is clearly aimed at promoting the rejuvenation of the referee team, but is such a decision really reasonable?
First of all, we must recognize that age is not the only measure of a referee's ability. In the world of football, experience is invaluable, and many referees over the age of 45 still shine in international competitions with their expertise and decision-making skills. Manning's outstanding performance in the Asian Cup is the best proof of his professional ability, and his experience and talent should not be buried because of age.
Second, the Chinese Football Association's one-size-fits-all policy does not seem to adequately take into account the individual differences and actual performance of referees. Forced retirement is not only a waste of the talent of these referees, but also may deprive Chinese football of a number of excellent referee resources. In other countries and regions, many excellent referees decide whether to continue their careers after carefully evaluating their physical condition and ability to enforce the law.
Finally, reflecting on this policy, we can't help but ask: did the Chinese Football Association really consider the feelings and career development of referees when formulating such a policy? Good referees are essential to the development of football, they are not only fair enforcers of the game, but also an important force in promoting the development of football culture. When formulating relevant policies, more attention should be paid to their actual needs and career planning, rather than simply using age as a criterion.
If such a policy causes a good referee like Ma Ning to miss a major event such as the World Cup, it will be a huge loss for Chinese football. It is hoped that the Chinese Football Association can learn lessons from this controversy, re-examine and adjust relevant policies, truly people-oriented, and make scientific decisions, so that our referees can contribute to Chinese football in the best state at the time that suits them.
In the world of football, everyone is fighting for their dreams, and referees are no exception. Their efforts and dedication should be respected and recognized. Let's look forward to a fairer and more professional football environment, not only for Ma Ning, but also for the future of Chinese football.