A person who doesn't talk crap or tries to relaliate violently or in a hard way, and shows his "retaliation" by playing hard and putting goals in the back of the net is a true, and CLASSY PLAYER. That person plays with heart, character, and desire. They show respect by not running their mouths, talking crap, and purpously trying to hurt players. ( I say not hurting people purpously, b/c getting hurt is just part of the game, things happen!) Threats, playing out there tyring to hurt people on purpous, talking garbage, is like spitting on soccer and a slap in the face to others. You make yourself look bad, your team, other teams, and most importantly, you give the game of soccer a bad name.
There are classy players and unfortunately there are poor examples of players who don't show class. I've had my share of threats, ranging from "I'm going to kill you, to I'm going to beat your A$$ after the game" and many attempts from other players who tried to take me out when I was in goal. I just stayed in my "game" and blew off the bullcrap. But like I said earlier, putting your mark on the score board, playing with heart, character, class, desire, and respect is the way to counter crap like that. Believe me, people can honor that in a player and team. It makes you and your team look good! Best of luck to all.