August 2014

Police investigating allegation of racist abuse at Vale Park
Staffordshire Police has launched an investigation after Chesterfield striker...
31st August 2014
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Manuel Pellegrini hopes CSKA have learned lesson over racist chants
Manuel Pellegrini hopes CSKA Moscow have learned a lesson concerning last...
29th August 2014
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Goalkeeper in Brazil targeted in racist taunt
Santos goalkeeper Aranha says he was the target of racist taunts by Gremio...
29th August 2014
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Jordan Nobbs leads the way as 'Next 20' impress
England Women’s star Jordan Nobbs was one of several ‘Next 20’ ambassadors...
28th August 2014
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Eastbourne Borough back 'Fans for Diversity' campaign
Supporters of Vanarama Conference South club Eastbourne Borough showed their...
28th August 2014
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Fans of Malaysian club urged to stay away amid racism claim
Sarawak said their players were abused by one of the Perak team officials, while...
27th August 2014
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FC Pune City coach Lena Fallkvist wants to inspire women in India
Lena Fallkvist hopes her appointment as fitness and conditioning coach for...
27th August 2014
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J-League side face punishment after racial abuse
Japanese club Yokohama F-Marinos face punishment after fans racially abused a...
26th August 2014
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Italian federation drops case against Carlo Tavecchio
The Italian football federation's (FIGC) prosecutor panel has ruled that its new...
26th August 2014
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GAA condemns antisemitic tweet
The GAA has publicly distanced itself from an antisemitic tweet by a former...
26th August 2014
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England women to play Germany in 'historic' Wembley fixture
England women will play at the new Wembley for the first time when they face...
22nd August 2014
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Rio Ferdinand: "My dream is to manage England"
When Rio Ferdinand completes his coaching badges, the former England defender...
22nd August 2014
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Kick It Out statement on Malky Mackay and Iain Moody
Kick It Out has released a statement after alleged discriminatory comments were...
21st August 2014
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UEFA punishes Feyenoord for fans' racist behaviour
UEFA has punished Feyenoord for racist behaviour by fans during a Champions...
20th August 2014
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Man cautioned in connection with racially abusing footballer on Twitter
League Two side Carlisle United have issued the following statement regarding an...
20th August 2014
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UEFA opens investigation against Italian football federation president
UEFA has opened a disciplinary investigation against the new Italian football...
20th August 2014
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Romanian minister warns of rise of xenophobia in France
Romania's foreign minister has warned about rising populism and xenophobia in...
19th August 2014
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Shelley Kerr becomes first female manager in Scottish senior football
Shelley Kerr is to take charge of Lowland League club Stirling University,...
19th August 2014
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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