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Banner stunt will be catalyst for more BLM conversations, says PFA’s Iffy Onuora
Professional Footballers’ Association equalities officer Iffy Onuora hopes the offensive banner flown over the Etihad Stadium on Monday night will act as a catalyst for further conversations about the Black Lives Matter movement.
Burnley condemn those responsible for ‘White lives matter’ fly-past at Man City
Burnley have forcefully condemned a ‘White Lives Matter’ stunt carried out during the team’s game at Manchester City, describing the fly-past of a banner bearing the slogan as “offensive” and at odds with the club’s values.
Ian Wright shares ‘terrifying’ racist abuse he received on social media
Former England and Arsenal striker Ian Wright says he is racially abused on social media on a daily basis.
Paul Elliott urges clubs to adopt equality in football leadership code
Paul Elliott is urging clubs and governing bodies to “step up” and increase the level of ethnic minority representation at the top of their organisations.
UEFA sees October 5 as the day the transfer window should close
UEFA has advised that the 2020 summer transfer window should close no later than October 5.
Sports minister suggests targets may be used to diversify governing bodies
Sports minister Nigel Huddleston has indicated a review of the sports governance code is likely to see targets introduced for a minimum number of people from black and other minority groups to serve in leadership roles.
Raheem Sterling among England players in video campaign calling for change
England players Raheem Sterling, Jadon Sancho, Jordan Henderson, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Lucy Bronze are among a host of stars to appear in a video campaign calling for change as a result of the Black Live Matter movement.
Raheem Sterling says black people ‘tired’ and calls for action against racism
Manchester City and England forward Raheem Sterling says “now is the time to act” against racism.
Kilmarnock boss Alex Dyer hoping to inspire other black coaches
Alex Dyer hopes he can inspire other black coaches to persist with their managerial ambitions after being given a long-term opportunity at Kilmarnock.
It is crucial people from BAME background get opportunities – Gareth Southgate
England manager Gareth Southgate says people from black, Asian and ethnic minorities have to be able to believe they can get opportunities in the game.
Gareth Southgate suggests England would walk off if subjected to racism again
England boss Gareth Southgate has hinted his side would walk off the pitch if they were subject to racist abuse again, saying fans should not get two or three free hits.
Anti-racism protests could change society, says Gareth Southgate
England manager Gareth Southgate believes the recent anti-racism protests around the world will “change society”.
Raheem Sterling: Football must change lack of black people in positions of power
Raheem Sterling has called for English football to seize the moment and finally address its lack of black representation in positions of power.
Players taking a knee could replace pre-match handshake – Kick It Out chair
Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari has urged the football authorities to back players in staging an organised gesture of solidarity with the anti-racism demonstrations sweeping the world.
Raheem Sterling: The only disease right now is the racism that we are fighting
England forward Raheem Sterling has given his backing to the anti-racism protests gripping the world in the wake of George Floyd’s death in the United States.
Michael Johnson encourages others to follow the FA’s lead on tackling racism
England Under-21 coach Michael Johnson has called on football to lead the fight against racism.
German FA takes no action against Jadon Sancho over George Floyd protest
Jadon Sancho will face no further action over his anti-racism gesture during Borussia Dortmund’s win over Paderborn at the weekend.
Marcus Rashford says society ‘more divided than ever’ after George Floyd death
Marcus Rashford says society is “more divided than ever” in a powerful anti-racism message sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Marvin Sordell targets change after landing FA role
Marvin Sordell has welcomed the chance to “create a better environment for the beautiful game” after joining the Football Association’s inclusion advisory board.