MLS NEXT is deeply concerned and upset by the recent incidents of on-field abuse of players during several games at the GA Cup this week. This behavior is entirely unacceptable, violates the rules of the competition, and our collective effort to ensure a respectful and inclusive environment for all. Following …
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Following three allegations of discriminatory language used during two recent GA Cup matches, MLS NEXT immediately investigated and then issued suspensions in accordance with the MLS NEXT Disciplinary Code to the offending individuals for violating the MLS NEXT Safety & Wellbeing Policy. In addition, MLS NEXT immediately made resources available …
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CONCACAF condemns the discriminatory chanting in the final minutes of the Nations League Final between Mexico and the United States men’s national teams. Security staff in the stadium identified and ejected a significant number of fans, and the referee and match officials activated the FIFA protocol. CONCACAF in 2021 launched …
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FIFA continues to ramp up its fight to rid football of racism as its No Discrimination campaign partner, United Nations Human Rights, marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racism on March 21. No Discrimination is an awareness, action and education campaign that aims to rid the football world …
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Leading into the third edition of the CONCACAF Nations League (CNL) Finals, the Confederation for North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football has a range of in-stadium activities planned to make clear to attending fans that discrimination has no place in football, and to reaffirm its message that it firmly …
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German professional football is making a clear statement for diversity, respect and social cohesion on and around Matchday 26 of the Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 season (March 15-17). The joint message from the professional clubs of both leagues, as well as from the DFL and DFL Foundation is TOGETHER! STOP …
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United Nations Zero Discrimination Day, on March 1, highlights how we can all promote inclusion, compassion, peace and a movement for positive social change. In line with the values embedded in our new strategy, and reflecting the UEFA Football Sustainability Strategy 2030, the celebration of Zero Discrimination Day provides a …
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Major League Soccer (MLS) and the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) today announced a new jointly-aligned Anti-Discrimination Policy to go into effect as the 2024 MLS season begins on February 21. The policy is the first of its kind in professional sports in that it is centered on restorative …
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CONCACAF today launches the second iteration of its highly impactful “What’s Wrong is Wrong” (WWIW) anti-discrimination campaign. This initiative aims to promote equality, inclusivity, and respect in football across the region, fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals involved in the game. Building upon the positive impact of …
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March 21 is International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – a theme that has always been relevant for Juventus FC. So much so, the club over the last decade has given rise to structured programs with a precise objective: to create the necessary awareness that gives the new …
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