September 2014

Fan arrested over alleged racist incident at Priestfield
A fan has been detained by police following an allegation of racial abuse...
17th September 2014
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Nottingham chosen as first City of Football
Nottingham has been chosen as England's first City of Football ahead of rivals...
16th September 2014
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‘Next 20’ goals help teams rom-p to victory
Romaine Sawyers and Romelu Lukaku were both on target as Kick It Out’s ‘Next...
16th September 2014
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Queretaro defends Ronaldinho against racist remarks
Mexican club Querétaro has defended new signing Ronaldinho after the player was...
15th September 2014
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Celtic deny Aberdeen allegations of racism against Aleksandar Tonev
Celtic have denied an allegation that Aleksandar Tonev racially abused...
15th September 2014
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May 'honoured' by Italian anti-racism role
Fiona May admits she was “shocked and honoured” to be appointed counsellor...
12th September 2014
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Blyth back ‘Season of Action’ at Buxton clash
Blyth Spartans supported the ‘Season of Action’ on Saturday (6 September) as...
11th September 2014
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Jeffrey Webb calls for complete overhaul of FIFA
CONCACAF president Jeffrey Webb has called for a complete overhaul of FIFA to...
11th September 2014
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‘Season of Action’ derby a success at Marine
Merseyside’s premier non-league club Marine AFC welcomed FC United of...
11th September 2014
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Arthur Wharton to be immortalised at St.George's Park
An 8ft statue of Arthur Wharton - England’s first black professional...
11th September 2014
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UEFA President Platini promises ruling on Tavecchio comment
UEFA President Michel Platini has promised a ruling from the organisation's...
10th September 2014
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Miami Heat's Luol Deng responds to 'African' comment
Great Britain and Miami Heat star Luol Deng says he is "proud" of his African...
10th September 2014
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Record crowd watches Dulwich draw
Non League Day last Saturday (6 September) saw a record crowd attend the...
10th September 2014
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‘Season of Action’ match highlights disability football at Lewes
Ryman Premier Division side Lewes held a special day of football at the Dripping...
10th September 2014
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‘Next 20’ duo secure passage to cup final
Toni Duggan and Jordan Nobbs both helped their teams to reach the Continental...
9th September 2014
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Kick It Out visit Birmingham school
Kick It Out visited St. Thomas More Catholic Primary School in Birmingham...
9th September 2014
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‘Season of Action’ fixtures light up Non League Day
Four clubs showed their support to Kick It Out on Non League Day last Saturday...
8th September 2014
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Rachel Yankey and Alex Scott talk to Kick It Out
Kick It Out spoke to Arsenal Ladies and England international footballers Rachel...
8th September 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