Racism of Suarev to EvraHow Language affect emotions in people

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Language used by Suarez which stirred up

people’s emotions

What Happened?

The word highlighted in red is what Suarez said to Evra.

The words highlighted in blue is Evra’s reaction.

Evra asked Suarez why he fouled him, and Suarez reply was, “because you are black”.

What Happened?

Evra then said to Suarez, “Say it again, I am going to punch you”.

Suarez replied,” I don’t speak to blacks”

Evra continued by saying he is going to punch Suarez.

Suarez replied,” ok blackie, blackie, blackie”.

Reactions of people

• Many fans reacted angrily when Suarez made the racist remarks, and they were even angrier when Suarez did not apologize directly to Evra.

Explanation

• The word used by Suarez was “black”.– This is the main word he kept using against Evra

• The meaning of “black” here– pertaining or belonging to any of the various

populations characterized by dark skin pigmentation, specifically the dark-skinned peoples of Africa, Oceania, and Australia

Explanation

• It is very rude to call people black based on their skin colour. This statement made by Suarez is extremely racist.

• This causes people to feel sympathy for Evra and disapproval of Suarez. Additionally, African Americans around the world may also feel affected by the statement made by Suarez since they dislike people calling them “black”.

Body Language used by Suarez which stirred up

people’s emotions

What Happenned?

The words highlighted in

purple describe Suarez’s

actions-lack of sportsmanship.

The words highlighted in

green is the reaction of people

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez refused to shake Patrice Evra'shand ahead of his side's clash with Manchester United.

Evra, who was captain of his side at Old Trafford in Saturday's2-1 win, extended his hand to the Uruguayan striker butSuarez appeared to ignore the defender and instead shookthe hand of United goalkeeper David De Gea.

What Happenned?As the Liverpool man walked past Evra, the Frenchman proceeded tograb his opponents arm and try and pull him back, however the SouthAmerican did not look back and carried on along the line.

Rio Ferdinand also reacted badly to the incident, as he did not offer ahandshake to Suarez when he passed, completely ignoring the 25year-old.

There was more to come too, as after a feisty but goalless first halfboth sets of players were then reportedly embroiled in a bust-up atthe break. According to Sky Sports Evra attempted to talk to Suarez butwas prevented from doing so by Martin Skrtel which then prompted abrawl involving players, stewards and police.

Explanation

The actions and body language of Suarez is very rude. He totally showed no respect to Evra and did not even give him the basic handshake which was a common practice amongst people. And all this was due to the fact that Evra has a tan complexion. This shows how Suarez’s body language and actions show that he is racist

Outcome

• People who knew about this incident and football fans will feel disappointed and angered by the racist words Suarez used and not support his team, Liverpool, anymore.

Conclusion

• Language -> words and body languageAffects people’s emotions

• In turn affects their perception and decisions of people. In this case, people have a negative perception of Liverpool as Suarez is racist

Sources

• http://www.caughtoffside.com/2011/12/21/video-the-luis-suarez-patrice-evra-racist-abuse-incident-that-led-to-eight-match-ban/

• http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/85/england/2012/02/11/2899544/luis-suarez-refuses-handshake-with-patrice-evra-ahead-of

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