The Bangladesh High Court has asked football authorities to justify the pay and benefits gap between male and female players after a writ alleged gender discrimination, highlighting disparities in salaries and support for women players.
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The Bangladesh High Court has asked football authorities to justify the pay and benefits gap between male and female players after a writ alleged gender discrimination, highlighting disparities in salaries and support for women players.
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At the opening of the first West Africa Para Games in Nigeria, African Paralympic Committee president Samson Deen called for long-term investment in para sport and greater recognition for para athletes.
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At the opening of the first West Africa Para Games in Nigeria, African Paralympic Committee president Samson Deen called for long-term investment in para sport and greater recognition for para athletes.
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The UK has submitted a joint bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup, proposing 15 cities and 22 stadiums. The bid aims to build on the rapid growth of the women’s game.
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The UK has submitted a joint bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup, proposing 15 cities and 22 stadiums. The bid aims to build on the rapid growth of the women’s game.
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During the Europa League match between Go Ahead Eagles and VfB Stuttgart, Victor Edvardsen mocked Angelo Stiller’s cleft palate. The incident drew strong criticism; Go Ahead Eagles fined him €500, and he later issued a formal apology.
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During the Europa League match between Go Ahead Eagles and VfB Stuttgart, Victor Edvardsen mocked Angelo Stiller’s cleft palate. The incident drew strong criticism; Go Ahead Eagles fined him €500, and he later issued a formal apology.
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Iran may boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in the US after only four visas were issued for their delegation to attend the World Cup draw this week , excluding federation president Mehdi Taj, who says the situation is “politicised.”
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Iran may boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in the US after only four visas were issued for their delegation to attend the World Cup draw this week , excluding federation president Mehdi Taj, who says the situation is “politicised.”
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Huelva’s provincial authority will host ‘Deporte y Diversidad’ on 3 December, with 1,000 students taking part in adapted sports stations to understand the experiences of athletes with disabilities.
Huelva’s provincial authority will host ‘Deporte y Diversidad’ on 3 December, with 1,000 students taking part in adapted sports stations to understand the experiences of athletes with disabilities.
Internacional have launched a special “Inter Contra o Racismo” shirt and related initiatives for Black Consciousness Month, reinforcing the club’s long-running anti-racism commitment and promoting respect, equality and dignity through educational actions.
Internacional have launched a special “Inter Contra o Racismo” shirt and related initiatives for Black Consciousness Month, reinforcing the club’s long-running anti-racism commitment and promoting respect, equality and dignity through educational actions.
FIFA and the Swiss government will fund two mini-pitches in the West Bank in 2026 as part of a wider plan to install ten pitches across Palestine and Israel. The project aims to provide safe spaces for children and forms part of FIFA’s global mini-pitch initiative.
FIFA and the Swiss government will fund two mini-pitches in the West Bank in 2026 as part of a wider plan to install ten pitches across Palestine and Israel. The project aims to provide safe spaces for children and forms part of FIFA’s global mini-pitch initiative.
Sueca’s Municipal Occupational Centre and Club Futbol Promeses Sueca have launched a collaboration to support inclusive football, with the club providing new kits for players.
Sueca’s Municipal Occupational Centre and Club Futbol Promeses Sueca have launched a collaboration to support inclusive football, with the club providing new kits for players.
University of Cambridge colleges have withdrawn support for the college football women’s and non-binary league, insisting any new competition follow FA rules excluding trans women. Captains warn of harm to trans and queer students.
University of Cambridge colleges have withdrawn support for the college football women’s and non-binary league, insisting any new competition follow FA rules excluding trans women. Captains warn of harm to trans and queer students.
At the Julius Hirsch Prize ceremony, German FA president Bernd Neuendorf stressed football’s duty to reject racism and xenophobia. Awards went to FC Mainaustrasse, the Nordstadtliga Dortmund and a school project promoting remembrance and inclusion.
At the Julius Hirsch Prize ceremony, German FA president Bernd Neuendorf stressed football’s duty to reject racism and xenophobia. Awards went to FC Mainaustrasse, the Nordstadtliga Dortmund and a school project promoting remembrance and inclusion.
The regional football federation of Castilla-La Mancha has archived Manchego’s claim that Toledo’s Sergio Nanclares racially abused Karamoko Bamba during a recent match, citing lack of evidence. Officials deny hearing insults.
The regional football federation of Castilla-La Mancha has archived Manchego’s claim that Toledo’s Sergio Nanclares racially abused Karamoko Bamba during a recent match, citing lack of evidence. Officials deny hearing insults.
A Sunderland fan has received a three-year ban and fines after making a racist monkey gesture towards Leeds players Ethan Ampadu and Largie Ramazani at a February match. The incident was reported to police, and the offender pleaded guilty.
A Sunderland fan has received a three-year ban and fines after making a racist monkey gesture towards Leeds players Ethan Ampadu and Largie Ramazani at a February match. The incident was reported to police, and the offender pleaded guilty.
BSG Chemie Leipzig and their fans have received the ELNET Award 2025 for long-standing work against antisemitism. Former federal minister Nancy Faeser praised their “beacon” role, and the club reaffirmed its commitment to democratic values.
BSG Chemie Leipzig and their fans have received the ELNET Award 2025 for long-standing work against antisemitism. Former federal minister Nancy Faeser praised their “beacon” role, and the club reaffirmed its commitment to democratic values.
An interview with Alcorcón’s sports councillor Carmen Martín highlights how early homophobic abuse shaped her commitment to tackling anti-LGBTI discrimination in football. She outlines local programmes and visibility measures to make sport safer for LGBTI young people.
An interview with Alcorcón’s sports councillor Carmen Martín highlights how early homophobic abuse shaped her commitment to tackling anti-LGBTI discrimination in football. She outlines local programmes and visibility measures to make sport safer for LGBTI young people.
On 27 November 2005, Messina’s Marc Zoro halted play after racist chanting from Inter fans, prompting national debate, limited sanctions and formal apologies. This retrospective details reactions, inquiries, minor fines and Zoro’s later career.
On 27 November 2005, Messina’s Marc Zoro halted play after racist chanting from Inter fans, prompting national debate, limited sanctions and formal apologies. This retrospective details reactions, inquiries, minor fines and Zoro’s later career.
A Nazi-symbol banner appeared in Denmark’s away section during their recent World Cup Qualifier match in Scotland. The Danish FA called it completely unacceptable, notified stadium security, and is seeking to identify those responsible for possible sanctions.
A Nazi-symbol banner appeared in Denmark’s away section during their recent World Cup Qualifier match in Scotland. The Danish FA called it completely unacceptable, notified stadium security, and is seeking to identify those responsible for possible sanctions.
A feature article describes how German football stadiums have become contested political spaces, with anti-racist and anti-fascist fan actions confronting far-right symbols and gestures, exposing tensions between club campaigns and realities in the stands.
A feature article describes how German football stadiums have become contested political spaces, with anti-racist and anti-fascist fan actions confronting far-right symbols and gestures, exposing tensions between club campaigns and realities in the stands.
Palmeiras’ Vitor Roque was fined for posting homophobic content on Instagram. After a settlement with the sports court, he issued a public message to his followers stating that homophobia is violence and rejecting discriminatory “banter” in football.
Palmeiras’ Vitor Roque was fined for posting homophobic content on Instagram. After a settlement with the sports court, he issued a public message to his followers stating that homophobia is violence and rejecting discriminatory “banter” in football.
Qarabag’s youth team have been fined €5,000 by UEFA after at least one supporter directed racist monkey gestures at Chelsea players during the UEFA Youth League match in Baku on 5 November.
Qarabag’s youth team have been fined €5,000 by UEFA after at least one supporter directed racist monkey gestures at Chelsea players during the UEFA Youth League match in Baku on 5 November.
UEFA has fined Atletico Madrid €30,000 after supporters made monkey gestures and noises, and performed Nazi salutes during October’s Champions League match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
UEFA has fined Atletico Madrid €30,000 after supporters made monkey gestures and noises, and performed Nazi salutes during October’s Champions League match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Albacete joined LaLiga’s national meeting in Madrid to strengthen coordinated action against hate, racism, xenophobia and bullying in football. Councillor Francisco Villaescusa reaffirmed the city’s commitment to safe and inclusive sporting environments.
Albacete joined LaLiga’s national meeting in Madrid to strengthen coordinated action against hate, racism, xenophobia and bullying in football. Councillor Francisco Villaescusa reaffirmed the city’s commitment to safe and inclusive sporting environments.
Bromley FC Community Trust has launched new women’s and girls’ football sessions at Chislehurst School for Girls, offering inclusive coaching from early years to adult level. The programme focuses on confidence, well-being and equal access.
Bromley FC Community Trust has launched new women’s and girls’ football sessions at Chislehurst School for Girls, offering inclusive coaching from early years to adult level. The programme focuses on confidence, well-being and equal access.
The Australian High Commission and Jalaluddin Cricket Academy held the fifth Girls’ School Cricket Cup in Karachi, promoting gender equality and inclusion by giving 60 girls coaching, competition and leadership support.
The Australian High Commission and Jalaluddin Cricket Academy held the fifth Girls’ School Cricket Cup in Karachi, promoting gender equality and inclusion by giving 60 girls coaching, competition and leadership support.
Community league Etnoliga and the supporter-run club AKS Zły use football to counter racism and far-right hostility, offering inclusive spaces for diverse players. Despite past racist abuse and threats, organisers continue building solidarity through the game.
Community league Etnoliga and the supporter-run club AKS Zły use football to counter racism and far-right hostility, offering inclusive spaces for diverse players. Despite past racist abuse and threats, organisers continue building solidarity through the game.