The soccer world took a sudden turn for the worse on Nov. 5, when the Chinese Football Association announced that Shandong Taishan goalkeeper Wang Dalei had suffered a four-game suspension and a 40,000 yuan fine for a violent act. The five-star sport emphasized that on the pitch, passion can be there, but violence must not be left behind.
Looking back at the 23rd round of the Chinese Super League, Shandong Taishan defeated Tianjin Jinmen Tigers by a score of 4-1. In the 85th minute of the second half, Merida's inappropriate action against Sun Junhao ignited a powder keg, and the two sides were instantly thrown into a clash. Wang Dalei, in the confusion, grabbed Merida's neck and poked him with his finger, and was immediately shown a red card. This series of events cost Wang Dalei a four-match ban and a 40,000 yuan fine.
Five-star sports commentary, Wang Dalei's "running wild" for teammates, but the behavior of the extreme, can be said to be unparalleled, which is the embodiment of his personality. If not, I am afraid it is difficult to call it "Wang Dalei". However, on the pitch, even if there is hot blood, violence still need to stop! The FA's swift handling of this incident is a resolute attitude of zero tolerance for violence on the pitch.
Shandong Taishan is about to face the next round of challenges against Shanghai Shenhua.
