Controversial Comments by ‘Singer of the Goal’ Spark Outrage in Women’s World Cup

By Valentina Gómez July 31, 2023 at 12:08 p.m.

In the RCN broadcast of Colombia’s second match in the World Cup against Germany, Javier Fernández, recognized as the ‘singer of the goal’, made rather unfortunate comments about Alexandra Popp, the 32-year-old German striker who is recognized as one of the best players of your selected

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The comment of the ‘singer of the goal’ has generated controversy and rejection in the networks, since the comment is classified as “macho” and very unwise in the context of the Women’s World Cup.

comments and reactions

When he missed a shot at the Colombian goal, Javier referred to Alexandra Popp saying “You’re not going to do anything doll, you’re pretty and everything, but I’m sorry”, here are the images:

Those who are not giving the stature in the women’s world are the commentators and narrators. From the virginity of the bow to “You’re not going to do anything doll, you’re pretty and everything but I’m sorry.” Manes are also called “doll” and “you look pretty but I’m sorry”? disgusting pic.twitter.com/n2AwktEY4F

— Ita Maria (@itamaria83) July 31, 2023

The comment was undoubtedly very wrong in the context of the Women’s World Cup, where the players have constantly stressed that they want to be recognized for their quality of play and their professional career, not for their physical qualities.

On the networks, the narrator’s comment was unleashed and rejected and this was expressed by Twitter users, recalling that during the first game in Colombia there was also a trend due to another comment out of place.

Sacrifice is not waking up at dawn to see the girls of the national team play. It is having to put up with the nefarious comments of these so-called narrators who only show off their misogyny and ignorance.

— Carlos H. Guzman (@ArtifexLudi) July 31, 2023

The next match of the National Team

With their victory against Germany, the ‘tricolor’ is in first place in the Group H standings with six points, and for the moment it is virtually classified. His next match is against the African team Morocco, the match is scheduled for Thursday, August 3 at 5:00 pm, Colombia time.

Morocco lost their last match, but won against South Korea. On the other hand, Colombia has never faced the African team.

2023-07-31 18:04:15
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