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Confucious

»Whoever claims that football is only about scoring goals has not understood something about the game. Of course football is about scoring goals, otherwise you don't win games. But to paste that that is what football is the same exhausting as if human life were the pastà that we were born for to die ."

"Ah, yes, the beautiful game of football. While it is certainly true that scoring goals is a pivotal aspect of the sport, one must not overlook the intricacies and complexities that give depth and meaning to the game. Football is not merely about kicking a ball into a net; it is a manifestation of teamwork, strategy, skill, and sportsmanship. It is a reflection of life itself, with its highs and lows, its victories and defeats. To reduce football to just scoring goals is to miss the essence of the game, much like reducing human existence to the mere act of living until we eventually perish. Just as in life, football is about the journey, the obstacles overcome, the lessons learned, and the relationships formed along the way. It is about resilience in the face of adversity, perseverance in pursuit of success, and unity in the face of challenges. So, let us not diminish the beauty and complexity of football by simplifying it to a mere goal-scoring exercise. Let us appreciate the deeper meanings and profound teachings that this beloved sport imparts upon us, for in doing so, we enrich our understanding of both football and life itself."