Iraq and JordanAsian CupIn the 1 8 finals, Iraq took the lead at one point and scored in the 76th minute of the game. However, surprisingly, after the goal, Iraqi player Hussein was sent off for a celebratory action, refereeing the lawGhaniA second yellow card was shown to him, followed by a red card. Thereafter, in full playInjury timeIn the 905th and 907th minutes, Jordanian players scored two goals in a row to complete a 3:2 reversal. After the game, Iraqi coach Casas directly bombarded FranceGhani, accusing him of committing a serious miscalculation and suggesting that there was someone behind the scenes to obstruct the progress of the Iraqi team. The Iraqi Football Federation is also directingAFCA complaint was filed.
Iraq's Hussein's red card was ostensibly due to his imitation of the Jordanian player's celebration, but the truth was that he used a different gesture. During the celebration, the Jordanian players used their right hand, while the Iraqi players used their left hand. This slight difference led to different referee decisions. The reason for this isArabic culture, the left and right hands represent different meanings. In the traditionArabIn the eyes of people, the right hand is seen as a symbol of dignity and nobility, while the left hand is degraded and despised. ArabThere is a clear division of labor between the left and right hands, the left hand is designated as the unclean hand for dirty work and cleaning after convenience, and the right hand is the pure hand for shaking hands, giving alms, giving gifts, and handing over things.
Iraqi players use their left hand to eat while celebrating a goal, which is the same asArabMan to right handedConventional wisdomconflicting. Therefore, according to the lawGhani, and with an understanding of Muslim traditions, he decided that the Iraqi players' celebrations were a provocation and disrespectful to their opponents. As a result, Hussein received a second yellow card and was sent off. Despite the lawGhaniHe is Australian, but before that, he was Iranian, and Iran has the strictest restrictions on traditional Muslim customs.
This incident has raised concerns about the professionalism of referees andCultureQuestioning sensitivity. Especially in international competitions, the referee should have the ability to crossCultureunderstanding and respect, especially for representing different countries on the fieldCultureof the players. Therefore, for the referee, the pair is differentCultureKnowledge and understanding are particularly important. Only by fully understanding and respecting each otherCultureThe difference can be avoided becauseCultureMisjudgment and injustice caused by a clash of ideas.
Of course, in international football, there are all sorts of differencesCultureDifferences and customs are also common. As the administrator of the field, the referee should have advanced vision and comprehensive quality. They should not only focus on the game itself, but also on the background of the playersCultureand emotion. Only in this way can the impartiality of the referees and the fairness of the game be guaranteed.
In this incident, although the lawGhaniThe decision sparked controversy, but it also gave us an opportunity to think. CultureDiversity is one of the great characteristics of the world, varietyCultureBlend with each other and develop together. In the future, we should pay more attention to transCultureCommunicate and understand and avoid imposing your own standards on others. InSportsIn the event, it is necessary to pay more attentionCulturefactors, given to othersCultureBring respect and inclusion.
As fans and spectators, we should be impartial and objective, and look at the game and penalties without bias. FootballAs a global movement, it should transcend borders, nationalities, and peoplesCulture, to become a bridge of friendship and cooperation, insteadCultureA source of conflict.
In closing, I hope that this incident will have an international reverenceFootballworld forCultureEmphasis on differences, and strengthen relevant education and training. By improving the referee'sCultureWith literacy and professionalism, we can ensure a more just, fair and respectful playing environment for the worldFootballDevelopment contribution. LetFootballBecoming connected differentCulture, a medium for friendship and peace, and a more exciting game experience for fans.