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Tag Archives: Racism

UEFA appoints Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector after Paris UCL racism scandal!

An Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to conduct a disciplinary investigation into events that led to the match being abandoned. Following an incident at Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain FC and Istanbul Basaksehir FK, UEFA has – after discussion with both clubs – decided on …

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Premier League Primary Stars encouraging diversity conversation!

As part of the Premier League’s No Room For Racism initiative, education resources have been launched for primary schools, aimed at encouraging discussion about diversity and tackling discrimination. This half-term, families are being encouraged to have that same discussion by taking part in the Premier League Primary Stars No Room For Racism poster challenge. …

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Premier League calls on fans to challenge racism!

The Premier League today launches the next phase of its No Room For Racism initiative, sending a strong message that the League and its clubs will not tolerate racist behaviour anywhere. Fans are being urged to challenge and report racism wherever it takes place, encouraging behavioural change in football and wider …

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Real Salt Lake owner Dell Loy Hansen announces plans to sell club!

Real Salt Lake owner Dell Loy Hansen issued a statement on Sunday announcing he will be seeking to sell Utah Soccer Holdings, which owns Real Salt Lake (MLS), Utah Royals SC (NWSL) and Real Monarchs (USL). Hansen, who has been the majority owner of RSL since acquiring the club in …

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Leyton Orient & LDN UTD to stand UTD against Racism through eSports!

Leyton Orient have announced their inclusion in UTD against Racism, a celebration of diversity through the medium of eSports, to take place on September 17, 2020, in partnership of LDN UTD. Team GB triple jumper Daniel Lewis will be joined by Dermot Bailey (Team GB Wheelchair Tennis), YouTube superstar Joel …

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Premier League condemns discriminatory abuse of Wilfried Zaha!

The Premier League has condemned the discriminatory abuse that has been sent to Wilfried Zaha. The Crystal Palace winger shared via Twitter this morning racist abuse that had been sent to him online. The Premier League said, “This behaviour is completely unacceptable and the Premier League stands alongside @wilfriedzaha in …

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Premier League launches online abuse reporting system!

The Premier League has launched a dedicated reporting system for players, managers, coaches and their family members who receive serious discriminatory online abuse. The central rapid response reporting system will enable players, managers and coaches to notify the Premier League of serious discriminatory abuse received via direct messages on social …

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Burnley FC takes stand against Racism, ‘One Club For All’!

A joint club statement, issued by Burnley FC chairman Mike Garlick and CEO Neil Hart… Burnley Football Club is opposed to any form of racism and discrimination of any kind. As custodians of the club, we stand firmly behind the statement condemning the message flown over the Etihad Stadium on …

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Burnley FC distances itself from racist behaviour!

English Premier League side Burnley FC strongly has condemned the actions of those responsible for the aircraft and offensive banner that flew over The Etihad Stadium on Monday, June 22 evening. Burnley FC in an official statement said, We wish to make it clear that those responsible are not welcome …

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