๐ง๐ท๐ฃ๏ธ Marcelo: โNow that Iโm a father and I watch my son play football, Iโve discovered a whole new world. I shout, yes โ but to encourage him. What I canโt understand are the parents who insult, who put pressure on kids, who treat 10- or 12-year-olds like professionals.
I hear outrageous things that make me feel embarrassed. People who think that because their son scores goals heโs already Cristiano or Messi. That hurts the children, it takes away their joy. Until the age of 15 they should simply enjoy it โ make mistakes, laugh, and play without fear.
I hardly talk about football with my son. I just tell him very basic things: control it like this, try this, try that. But the most important thing is that he is polite, responsible and grounded. That matters more than any goal.
And even though sometimes I feel like correcting other parents, I canโt. Because of who I am, speaking up could be misinterpreted. So I sit there, watch the game, and think: I wish everyone understood that the most important thing isnโt scoring goals โ itโs that the children are happy.โ
Wolves fans have unveiled a brilliant Diogo Jota tifo before their Premier League opener vs Man City.
"We'll remember you when you walk in fields of gold"... a heartwarming message and tribute to their former player. โค๏ธ๐