December 2013

Transgender woman banned from playing for local football team
A transgender footballer has been banned from playing for her local women's team...
9th December 2013
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India to host 2017 FIFA Under-17 World Cup
India will host the FIFA Under-17 World Cup football in 2017, after beating off...
9th December 2013
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Millwall host ‘Season of Action’ fixture
Kick It Out chair, Lord Herman Ouseley, was in attendance at The Den as Millwall...
6th December 2013
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Mark Sampson appointed as new England Women's boss
The FA has appointed Mark Sampson as the new Head Coach of the England Senior...
6th December 2013
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Man arrested over antisemitic tweets following Spurs match
A man was arrested this morning in relation to antisemitic messages on Twitter...
6th December 2013
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Guidance Group member recognised for community work
Rimla Akthar, Kick It Out’s Grassroots Guidance Group member, was recognised...
6th December 2013
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South Africa's Nelson Mandela dies in Johannesburg
South Africa's first black president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela has...
6th December 2013
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‘Next 20’ stars light up midweek fixtures
A host of ‘Next 20’ stars laid on crucial assists as they turned out for...
5th December 2013
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Jewish pressure breaks Frankfurt club’s deal with Saudia
A club in Germany has terminated asponsorship contract with a Saudi Arabian...
5th December 2013
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Gennaro Gattuso says there is no place for women in football
Former Italy international Gennaro Gattuso says he cannot see a place for women...
5th December 2013
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Nathaniel Chalobah claims racial abuse by Millwall fans
Nottingham Forest midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah believes he was subjected to...
5th December 2013
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City promote Kick It Out app at 'Season of Action' fixture
Manchester City used their ‘Season of Action’ fixture against Swansea City...
4th December 2013
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Deaf teenager to participate in FA 'Future Stars' programme
A deaf teenager from Wirral, Liverpool, wants to inspire others to achieve their...
4th December 2013
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Football V Homophobia grants launched
The Football v Homophobia (FvH) campaign has launched a small grants programme...
4th December 2013
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World Cup draw racism probe opened
FIFA are to be investigated in Brazil for suspicions of racism over the...
4th December 2013
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Dinamo Zagreb boss cleared of racism charges
A Zagreb court on Tuesday (3 December) acquitted Dinamo Zagreb boss Zdravko...
3rd December 2013
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Leeds join iniative to champion gay equality in football
Leeds United have teamed up with Stonewall to tackle homophobia and promote...
3rd December 2013
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Disabled football club secures future after donation
The future of a disabled children's football team in Nottingham has been...
3rd December 2013
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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