Role of Television in Ethical Issues in Soccer Games in Footballers Views

This study draws upon Iranian soccer player's views to examine the role of television in promoting ethics in football (Iranian Premier League and Series 1). This survey-based descriptive research included all individuals experiencing either Iranian premier league or series 1. Samples were consisted of 384 individuals who were selected through simple random sampling. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect the data. Its validity was verified by 12 media experts and its reliability was confirmed by Cronbach's Alpha.The findings indicate that according to the respondents, television channels in Iran do play a role in promoting ethics in football, yet with various levels. Also, there was a significant relationship between footballer's athletic history and their views on the role of television in promoting ethics in football.