Philipp Lahm Criticizes Society's Decline and Advocates for Rule Enforcement

The former football star highlights the importance of respecting rule enforcers in sports and society, citing the success of the 'Anti-Mecker Rule' in football.

• Philipp Lahm, ex-German football captain and 2014 World Cup winner, expressed concern over societal disrespect toward rule enforcers like police, firefighters, and referees.
• Lahm praised the German Football Association's 'Anti-Mecker Rule,' which limits discussions with referees to team captains, reducing game delays and on-field disputes.
• He emphasized the need for collective support in upholding rules, calling on clubs, fans, trainers, and parents to foster respect for referees and officials.
• Through his foundation, Lahm launched the 'Meet the Ref' initiative to improve dialogue between referees and football clubs at all levels.
• Lahm ruled out a professional coaching career, instead focusing on youth football at his hometown club, FT Gern, where he feels his role is best suited.

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