Former Dutch midfielder Clarence Seedorf used his first press conference with Brazilian club Corinthians to draw attention to ongoing genocides and conflicts around the world, urging that football be kept in perspective.
Seedorf, a four‑time UEFA Champions League winner and former star of clubs such as Ajax, Real Madrid and AC Milan, has recently joined Corinthians in a new capacity and addressed the media for the first time on the club’s behalf.
“Football must be kept in perspective while genocides and conflicts continue around the world,” Seedorf said, emphasizing that the sport should not distract from humanitarian crises.
The former player’s remarks come amid a series of global emergencies that have drawn international concern, reminding audiences that sport exists alongside broader social and political realities.
Seedorf’s comments reflect a growing willingness among high‑profile athletes to speak out on issues beyond the pitch, highlighting the responsibility they feel to use their platforms for broader awareness.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
