FIFA World Cup 2022 kicked off on today, November 20th, 2022 in Qatar. While fans from across the globe are excited to watch the event and support their favorite players and their countries, there’s still something that continues to be a debate!
So, what is it called – soccer or football?
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David Beckham And Peyton Manning Reignite The Debate
In a recent advert by Frito-lay, David Beckham and Peyton Manning share the screen to ask – is it football or soccer?
As it’s known, football is two different sports in Great Britain and America. On the other hand, what the British call football, Americans refer to the same game as soccer. Thus, behind the debate of what it’s rightfully called.
More often than not, one argues that it should be Football since it’s a game where the players kick a ball around using their feet.
On the other hand, American football uses hands to run with the ball and a kick to start the game. Therefore, logically, the Great Britain term ‘football’ for the sport makes more sense. Nevertheless, that’s not going to stop the debate and no one quite backs down.
But, if there’s something that unites them, it’s the FIFA World Cup where players aren’t representing their clubs, but their countries.
The Football Player And The Quarterback Debate About Other Common Terms
In the advert, David Beckham and Peyton Manning debate about other common items that are known by different names in Britain and America.
For example, while Manning refers to Lays as chips, Beckham calls it crisps.
Manning refers to the game shoes as cleats while Beckham refers to them as boots.
In the video, Beckham decides to take it to the fans and let them make a decision. Now, the fans gave their verdict in the comment section of the video.
While it’s known as ‘soccer’ in America, it’s football for the rest of the world.
However, this verdict can change at any time!
David Beckham Is Playing An Important Role At FIFA World Cup 2022
The Manchester United legend is reportedly getting paid a $150 Million 10-year deal to be the brand ambassador for Qatar. He defended FIFA World Cup 2022 amid much controversy about how the authorities have discriminated against fans.
Several have spoken out against Beckham for being an ambassador and defending World Cup 2022.
Controversies Around FIFA World Cup 2022
Considering Qatar is hosting FIFA 2022, everyone has concerns about what the rules would be like for everyone. One of the communities of concern was LGBTQ+. Since it’s criminalized in Qatar, there wasn’t enough clarity on what the fans from the community should do.
Initially, it was said there wouldn’t be any discrimination but since then authorities have asked fans to respect the culture and understand LGBTQ+ is criminalized in Qatar, therefore, to act accordingly.
On top of that, Qatar banned the sale of alcohol at the stadium even though Budweiser is one of the oldest and biggest sponsors of the event.
