Mata: I'm very proud to have won the Fair Play Award, football is more than just a sport

Live Bar December 17, 2017 After UEFA officially announced that Manchester United star Juan Mata, Afghan women's footballer Bobbell and the German Football Association won the Fair Play Award. Mata said in an interview that he is proud to have founded a charitable organization that has done a lot of work and that football is more than just a sport.

Mata was recognized for her role in the charity Common Goal, which she co-founded in 2017. Players, coaches or other celebrities from around the world can donate 1% of their salaries to the program, which will be used to help serve communities, address gender inequalities, and provide more development opportunities for underprivileged children.

Mata said: "I was fortunate to be able to see on the front lines the amazing work that our organisation has done, the warmth and welcome they gave us, it was a happy moment. But we are also sad to see how many people in the world still live below the poverty line. ”

"I'm proud of the work our organization is doing there, and I'm proud of those who have the courage to overcome difficulties. That's what we want to do through this organization, giving people a chance to choose their future. ”

"There is no doubt that this work has elevated me and developed my personality. I always say the same thing, football is a great sport, but it's much more than that. ”

UEFA President Ceferin said in an interview: "These three winners are good examples of how football can act as a catalyst for positive progress. They can be proud of what they have achieved, and I am so grateful for their exemplary leadership that will inspire more people. ”