THE DARK SIDE OF FOOTBALL: WHEN ONLINE HARASSMENT CROSSES EVERY LINE

Football has always been an emotional sport.

Passion, disappointment, rivalry, and intense debates are part of the game.

But there is a difference between criticizing football and attacking a person’s private life.

The reported situation involving Jesús Owono has once again brought this issue into focus.

Following the tragic loss of Jesús de Miguel, Owono is reportedly experiencing significant emotional difficulties.

Instead of receiving understanding, he has allegedly become the target of relentless online harassment.

Even more concerning are reports that his family has been dragged into the situation.

This is where football culture must stop and reflect.

A player’s family should never become a target because of events surrounding a sporting tragedy.

Reports suggest that Owono has even considered ending his football career.

Although no final decision has been announced, the emotional impact cannot simply be ignored.

Social media gives everyone a voice, but that does not mean every comment is harmless.

Words can create pressure that people outside the situation may never fully understand.

Football should unite people, not destroy lives.

Respect must always come before rivalry.