Algeria Football – The controversy is growing following controversial statements by Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid, on African journalists.
During a recent intervention, Pérez strongly criticized the choices of journalists in the context of the vote for the Ballon d’Or, in particular the fact that his player, Vinícius Jr, was not crowned. This outing, considered condescending, provoked numerous reactions, including that of the Algerian journalist Midou from the chain El Heddaf TV.
Speaking on the show Al-Farik Al-DouwaliMidou did not mince his words in the face of what he considers to be a contemptuous attitude on the part of the Madrid president. “ How can he describe these journalists as unknown? Why speak with such contempt and belittle African journalists? “, he declared indignantly. For Midou, Pérez’s comments demonstrate a blatant lack of respect: “ These journalists may be unknown to him, but they are recognized and respected in their own countries. You have to know how to recognize the value of people. »
The journalist also did not fail to highlight another sensitive point in the statements of Florentino Pérez, who had also criticized Albanian journalists: “ Even when he talks about Albanians, he does so because of their Eastern European origins. The Spanish have always had a certain penchant for racism. »
These comments from Midou reflect a feeling of fed up with what is perceived as European arrogance in certain media circles. They also recall the importance of respecting African voices in international bodies, particularly in awards as prestigious as the Ballon d’Or.
