Lionel Messi ● The King of Fair Play ● R E S P E C T !

Lionel Messi - The King of Fair Play - The Most Honest Player in Football - More Than a Footballer !

FAIR PLAY :

Fair play is a complex concept that comprises and embodies a number of fundamental values that are not only integral to sport but relevant in everydaylife.

Fair competition, respect, friendship, team spirit, equality, sport without doping, respect for written and unwritten rules such as integrity, solidarity, tolerance, care, excellence and joy, are the building blocks of fair play that can be experienced and learnt both on and off the field in any sports including football.

MY GAME IS FAIR PLAY :

In Football fair play is most important. Because the game is very competitive, intense & full of physical contacts. The FIFA Fair Play Award is presented to a player, coach, team, match official, individual fan or fan group in recognition of exemplary fair play behaviour, either on or off the pitch, such as;

Playing by the rules and promoting the Laws of the Game; and/or

Respecting team-mates, opponents, match officials and/or fans; and/or

Acting against discrimination.

The written rules is mandatory, and respecting the unwritten ones is a must. Fair play requires unconditional respect for opponents, fellow players, referees and fans.

RESPECT :

The Football Respect programme was launched by UEFA & FAs to encourage a more positive environment in the local football scene. 'Respect' conveys the idea “Respect is earned, not given“. From the players and coaches to the match officials and fans, the programme aims to educate and encourage all members of the football fraternity to treat each other with Respect through their actions and words. Such as;

Promote respect amongst players, officials, spectators and match officials.

Improve the behaviors of players towards club officials, spectators and match officials.


FAIR PLAY OF LIONEL MESSI :
Lionel Messi’s sporting prowess is matched by his exemplary sportsmanship and fair play. Throughout his career, Messi has shown respect for his opponents, officials, and the spirit of the game. His conduct on and off the field sets a positive example for young aspiring footballers worldwide. Delve into the unwavering integrity and exceptional sportsmanship that have made Messi a true ambassador of fair play.


SOME EXAMPLES OF THE HONESTY & FAIR PLAY OF LIONEL MESSI

Telling Referee Not Not to Card

Telling Referee Not to Give a Penalty

Respecting Opposition & Rival Players

Respecting & Accepting Referee Decisions Even If They Are Wrong

Voting Rival Coach for Award Without Any Bias / Personal Prejudice

No Diving / Not Diving


MESSI DOESN’T DIVE

Messi never dives. You won’t see Messi rolling on the ground or diving to get a call from the referee. And that’s part of what makes Lionel Messi such an easy player to love, besides his obvious genius with the ball. It is rare for Messi to dive or even fall down much. He tries to keep going, keep running, keep dribbling the soccer ball. His desire to win and to score goals makes him continue to move forward with soccer ball even when he’s pushed or kicked. There is no one like Lionel Messi.