Ahmed El Sakka responds to the mockery of Mohamed Salah's video: Behind the scenes of the "story" controversy
Egyptian star Ahmed El Sakka his silence to respond to the wave of controversy and widespread ridicule he recently faced on social media platforms. This followed his posting of a video in English in which he sent a message of support to his compatriot, the international star Mohamed Salah , the Liverpool FC player. El Sakka's remarks came during his appearance on the program "Al Hekaya" with journalist Amr Adib, where he clarified his intentions and the circumstances surrounding the deleted video.
Behind the scenes of the crisis and clarification of the situation
El Sakka expressed his deep dismay at the transformation of a noble message of support into a subject of ridicule and bullying. He explained that his primary motivation was patriotic zeal and genuine love for the "Pride of the Arabs" after his repeated benching in crucial matches. El Sakka courageously admitted that his choice of English was "unfortunate," saying, "Perhaps I wasn't successful in my choice of words, but the terms I used, like 'coach' and 'mega star,' were accurate and appropriate." He noted that the video remained online for 55 minutes before going viral, emphasizing that he didn't delete it himself but was surprised by the harsh reactions.
General context: Mohamed Salah is an icon that transcends sports
This incident comes at a delicate time for Mohamed Salah with his club, Liverpool, as Egyptian and Arab fans anxiously await news of the player's future amidst the coaching staff's technical and administrative changes and rotation policies. For Egyptians, Salah is more than just a footballer; he is a symbol of success and perseverance. This makes any perceived threat to his status or diminishment of his role a source of outrage for fans and celebrities alike, which is what prompted El-Sakka to intervene spontaneously to defend the player's international standing.
The phenomenon of cyberbullying and Al-Saqqa's ethical stance
The conversation touched on deeper social dimensions related to the behavior of social media users. El Sakka expressed his astonishment at the sheer volume of negativity and personal attacks he faced, describing what happened as an "unjustified insult." The Egyptian actor confirmed that this attack prompted him to make the decision to temporarily withdraw from social media and log out of his accounts to protect his mental well-being.
In a gesture reflecting his high moral character, El-Sakka refused to pursue legal action, despite acknowledging that the law punishes the insults he endured with penalties that could reach three years imprisonment. He concluded by saying, "I'm not mentally unstable enough to address Liverpool's management in my official capacity; it was simply an expression of opinion. Despite the harshness of what was said about me, I forgive everyone, and justice rests with God." This incident underscores the deep connection between stars of art and sports in Egypt, and how spontaneous expressions can be misinterpreted in the unforgiving digital world.
