Coronavirus: EFL invited to offer BAME guidance
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus: EFL invited to offer BAME guidance

The Hindu  

English football chiefs have been backed to give any necessary assurances to Black, Asian and minority ethnic players that they will be safe to return to action. Former England striker Les Ferdinand, who is director of football at Championship side QPR, expects the English Football League to leave no stone unturned with its health guidance. Ferdinand is aware of the concerning numbers but is confident football will provide "a safe environment", with regular testing to be implemented within any leagues that are allowed to resume during the COVID-19 crisis. "If they're still going to work in the National Health or whatever jobs they're in, I think it's pretty safe to say that it's a safe environment for footballers to go back into, their environment. -Les Ferdinand tells social media giants to stop vile- Ferdinand has challenged social media giants to tackle racism on their platforms with the ruthlessness they have showed towards COVID-19 conspiracy theorists.

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Rio Ferdinand says authorities must take more initiative to combat racism after Richarlison incident
2 years, 3 months ago

Rio Ferdinand says authorities must take more initiative to combat racism after Richarlison incident

The Hindu  

Richarlison was the latest victim of racism and the incident came into the limelight in Brazil’s 5-1 win against Tunisia in an international friendly at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, France. While the Brazilian football federation condemned the incident and reinforced its stance to “fight against racism,” former England and Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand said that the …

Football supporter admits racially abusing Rio Ferdinand
2 years, 11 months ago

Football supporter admits racially abusing Rio Ferdinand

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A football fan has admitted …

Erasing racism in football has to come from top: Former England forward Les Ferdinand
3 years, 2 months ago

Erasing racism in football has to come from top: Former England forward Les Ferdinand

Firstpost  

Ferdinand says he got so fed up he stopped addressing the issue for a long time simply because “that’s all we seem to do, talk about it,” with nothing being done. “Football has been an arena in the past where people could come and voice their opinions on your colour and throw bananas onto the pitch and walk away without …

Ferdinand urges social media companies to tackle racist abuse
3 years, 4 months ago

Ferdinand urges social media companies to tackle racist abuse

The Hindu  

Former West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand on Wednesday asked social media companies to address the problem of racist abuse on their platforms before a high-profile footballer "takes their life". Others who spoke at the inquiry included former Watford forward Marvin Sordell and former England Women's international Lianne Sanderson. Ferdinand mentioned the torrent of racist abuse …

Football at Tipping Point, Says Rio Ferdinand After Istanbul Basaksehir, PSG Players Walk Off
4 years, 1 month ago

Football at Tipping Point, Says Rio Ferdinand After Istanbul Basaksehir, PSG Players Walk Off

News 18  

Former defender Rio Ferdinand says football is at a “tipping point” and those in power must make a stand after Istanbul Basaksehir and Paris Saint-Germain players walked off the pitch on Tuesday amid accusations a match official used a racist term. The Champions League Group H match at Parc des Princes was suspended in the 13th minute when fourth official …

Premier League, EFL to Face Panel Over Lack of Coronavirus Rescue Package
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League, EFL to Face Panel Over Lack of Coronavirus Rescue Package

News 18  

England’s football chiefs are set to face members of parliament next week to discuss why no agreement has been reached on a bail-out package for lower-tier clubs facing financial strain amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The English Football League, representing the three divisions below the Premier League, last month rejected a 50 million pounds offer from the top flight saying it …

Coronavirus rules leave Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder all at sea as EFL welcomes back fans
4 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus rules leave Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder all at sea as EFL welcomes back fans

Firstpost  

Eight English Football League matches are set to be played in front of crowds of up to 1,000 this weekend, in the second, third and fourth tiers. London: Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says he is baffled by coronavirus rules that allow fans into stadiums for a pilot scheme at the same time as tough new restrictions are in place …

Coronavirus: EFL announces two positive tests in Championship
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus: EFL announces two positive tests in Championship

The Hindu  

The English Football League has revealed two positive results following coronavirus tests carried out across all 24 Championship clubs. The two unidentified individuals to test positive came from the same club, the EFL confirmed in a statement on Sunday, and will now self-isolate for seven days. READ | Championship teams are preparing to resume training from Monday, albeit while following …

Coronavirus Outbreak: Rushed Premier League return could put lives at risk, fears Watford manager Nigel Pearson
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: Rushed Premier League return could put lives at risk, fears Watford manager Nigel Pearson

Firstpost  

Watford manager Nigel Pearson has warned that players lives could be in danger if the Premier League returns too soon during the COVID-19 pandemic. London: Watford manager Nigel Pearson has warned that players lives could be in danger if the Premier League returns too soon during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We have to try to believe advice that we’re being given …

Coronavirus: EPL players don't want to be guinea pigs - PFA chief
4 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus: EPL players don't want to be guinea pigs - PFA chief

The Hindu  

Premier League players do not want to be seen as guinea pigs in the Project Restart plan, Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Gordon Taylor has said. Rose, referencing talk that the government wants football to return to boost the nation's morale, said in an Instagram Live session: "I don't give a f*** about the nation's morale. "The players don't want …

Coronavirus: Danny Rose criticises UK govt's call for footballers
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: Danny Rose criticises UK govt's call for footballers

The Hindu  

Danny Rose claimed Premier League players feel their "backs are against the wall" following a minister's comments about pay cuts, with the left-back revealing efforts were already being made to help the coronavirus fight. Newcastle United and Tottenham are two of the top-flight sides to have placed non-playing staff on the United Kingdom government's furlough scheme, and on Thursday health …

Coronavirus: English footballers' union seeks talks to protect salaries
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: English footballers' union seeks talks to protect salaries

The Hindu  

The Professional Footballers' Association called on Wednesday for urgent talks with the Premier League and the English Football League over the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic on players and clubs. The loss of match-day revenue has hit clubs hard, particularly in the three divisions below the Premier League, and raised the prospect of clubs asking players to accept wage …

Coronavirus: Premier League, FA and FIFA must unite to rescue game
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: Premier League, FA and FIFA must unite to rescue game

The Hindu  

Football's most powerful leaders must set aside their differences to rescue the game from its coronavirus crisis, a leading expert has said. In an interview with Stats Perform, Cramer explained: "All the chief executives, the power-brokers within sport, will want to see everybody within their league or their own particular sector trying to agree on a unanimous basis, because what …

Coronavirus: FIFA launches awareness campaign
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: FIFA launches awareness campaign

The Hindu  

FIFA has reiterated its support to the World Health Organization in fighting the coronavirus by launching an awareness campaign led by six world-renowned coaches, who request everyone across the world to follow five key tactics that tackle the spread of the disease. "We all know the situation with the coronavirus is a serious one, and we need to put health …

Coronavirus Tottenham leads the way as the world of football unites to send messages of support
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Tottenham leads the way as the world of football unites to send messages of support

Daily Mail  

The world of football has taken to social media to send messages of support to fans as the globe comes to grips with the threat of the coronavirus. Football has united to send messages of support to fans amid the coronavirus pandemic All professional football in England has been suspended until April 3 for health reasons That led to an …

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