January 2010

Egypt and Ghana reach Africa Cup of Nations final
The line up for Sunday’s final of the African Cup of Nations is complete as...
29th January 2010
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Newcastle fan admits racially abusing Jermaine Pennant
A Newcastle fan has admitted racially abusing former Liverpool midfielder...
28th January 2010
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Holocaust Memorial Day events take place across country
The 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp...
27th January 2010
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Oxford City sign up to deaf-friendly project
Oxford City Football Club has pledged to make football more accessible to deaf...
27th January 2010
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Three charged after English Defence League rally
Three people have been charged with racially or religiously aggravated disorder...
25th January 2010
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Liverpool fans have racism charges dropped
Charges against two Liverpool fans labelled "racists" by police for using the...
22nd January 2010
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Irish sport unites against sectarianism
GAA and Irish League footballers and supporters will unite against sectarianism...
22nd January 2010
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Israeli club's fans earn award for behaviour
Last week Maccabi Netanya fans were awarded 1,000 Euros in football merchandize...
22nd January 2010
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Sir Ian McKellen criticises sport's treatment of homosexuality
Actor Sir Ian McKellen has criticised the sports world for its lack of...
22nd January 2010
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Australian state appoints minister to tackle racism
After a spate of racial attacks against Indians in Australia, the Victorian...
21st January 2010
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Macclesfield hand Alexander new contract
Macclesfield manager Keith Alexander has signed a two-year contract extension,...
21st January 2010
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Freestyler's world record attempt launches The Ball
A football freestyler plans to break a world record to launch the journey of a...
21st January 2010
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Disability football initiative launched in north Wales
A brand-new disability football initiative is being offered in north Wales which...
21st January 2010
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Activists in Stoke move to counter EDL and BNP activity
Activists in Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire are attempting to block a two...
20th January 2010
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Justin Campaign announce date for annual awareness day
The Justin Campaign is to launch an international day opposing homophobia in...
19th January 2010
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US sports stars lead drive for Haitian relief fund
NBA star Dwayne Wade and former player Alonzo Mourning have co-founded a Haitian...
19th January 2010
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Millwall receive Intermediate Level of Racial Equality Standard
Millwall were presented with the Intermediate Level of the Racial Equality...
18th January 2010
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British hopefuls travel to Bangladesh
Two British footballers will be travelling to Bangladesh hoping to make the...
15th January 2010
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"We have a responsibility as players to give something back and I’m really thankful to be part of this organisation because we can do a lot of good."
Jack Butland, 'Next 20' Ambassador

“A big part of my involvement with Kick It Out stems from my strong admiration for the organisation’s commitment to fairness and equality.”
Clive Tyldesley, football commentator

“It was Kick It Out that convinced the people in football that change was possible.”
Greg Dyke, former FA chairman

“I wanted to thank the campaigners at Kick It Out for their work. I know first-hand how Kick It Out can help.”
Yaya Toure, Manchester City midfielder

“It is important for me in my role as a Kick It Out ‘Next 20’ ambassador to teach young people how to handle discrimination and treat people with respect.”
Romelu Lukaku, 'Next 20' Ambassador

“It is a massive honour for me to be an ambassador for such a great organisation. I think they do great work on and off the field.”
Toni Duggan, 'Next 20' Ambassador

"It really helped me to see that other professional sports people were acknowledging their sexuality. I read about John Amaechi, Gareth Thomas and Tom Daley. They weren't footballers but the fact that they went public gave me the feeling that I was not alone."
Thomas Hitzlsperger, former Aston Villa midfielder

"There was no conflict between religion and the fact that I wanted to play football. I was brought up correctly and in the right way and my parents are very proud of the fact that I am a professional footballer."
Sadio Mané, Liverpool winger

“I think it’s important to share success stories and realise that there are women operating in the game. If it’s something you want to do, you can do it.”
Ffion Eade, Hampshire FA referee

"I've had loads of negative comments from men, especially growing up. It's just boring and old. Times have changed, and they continue to change. Women play football, and they're good at it, and have been for a number of years.”
Kelly Smith, England Women's record goalscorer

"Despite the progress, stereotypes still exist in football and until that is broken down it will be extremely difficult for a woman to manage a top level men's team."
Rachel Yankey, former Arsenal Ladies forward

"There’s no hiding that there is sexism in sport. We have a lack of women right across all levels of management, playing and coaching. It shows the closed nature of sport in general and this includes the media. It’s an indictment of sport as a whole."
Rimla Akhtar, Kick It Out trustee and Chair of the Muslim Women’s Sports Foundation

“I’m proud to be a supporter of Kick It Out and particularly the work they are doing to combat antisemitism within football.”
Joe Jacobson, Wycombe Wanderers midfielder

"With Kick It Out leading the way football is standing up and fighting against those who preach hatred and intolerance and we at Chelsea are proud to support their work."
Bruce Buck, Chelsea Football Club Chairman