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Switzerland 🇨🇭

Swiss tennis player Mika Brunold has publicly come out as gay, highlighting the lack of openness around homosexuality in men’s tennis. He described the challenges of hiding his identity and called for greater acceptance.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
USA 🇺🇸

California’s Governor’s race features sharp divisions over trans student-athlete inclusion. Democratic candidates range from supporting current protections to sharing Governor Newsom’s concerns, while Republicans back bans.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Ireland 🇮🇪

Ireland has launched its first Disability in Sport Week, a nationwide initiative celebrating the leadership and participation of people with disabilities. The week includes events on inclusive coaching, access and community participation.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
USA 🇺🇸

A transgender athlete was disqualified from the women’s category at the Strongman World Championships. The case has reignited debate on how sport excludes transgender athletes, with experts urging evidence-based and inclusive policies.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Australia 🇦🇺

Community clubs can help women return to sport, overcoming barriers such as age, cost and unwelcoming environments. Examples from Melbourne show how inclusive local clubs support adult women to re-engage with sport.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

LaLiga is developing a new accessibility protocol with Plena inclusión and the Prosecutor’s Office to improve stadium access for people with intellectual disabilities, addressing gaps such as inadequate signage.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Palestine 🇵🇸

FIFA and the Swiss government are funding new community football pitches in the West Bank to restore safe access to the sport. FIFA is also examining discrimination-related complaints raised by the Palestinian federation.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

Cáceres’ provincial council is expanding its sports budget and programmes to reach all 227 municipalities, combining funding, events and grassroots initiatives. New projects support youth, families and high-performance athletes.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Chile 🇨🇱

Chile is expanding its para-sport system after strong investment and the success of the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games, with new facilities, talent pathways and international cooperation, as the country prepares for the 2027 Special Olympics.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
India 🇮🇳

Journalist Sandeep Menon explores ten regions where grassroots football thrives in India, showing how local passion, tradition and community structures sustain the game despite cricket’s dominance.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Ireland 🇮🇪

Ireland has opened its first dedicated community sports hub for people with visual impairments and physical disabilities in Portlaoise. The hub expands inclusive sport opportunities and formalises long-term pathways for participation.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Trinidad & Tobago 🇹🇹

Trinidad and Tobago’s Justin Bridgemohan will become the nation’s first para sailor at a World Sailing Championship. His rapid rise marks major progress for inclusive sport in the country.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Italy 🇮🇹

During the A1 match between Azzurra Hockey Novara and Amatori Lodi in Novara, visiting fans racially abused Azzurra player Bruno Dinis. Azzurra reported the incident, while Amatori Wasken Lodi condemned the behaviour and apologised.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

Huelva will host the ‘Deporte y Diversidad’ event on 3 December, where 1,000 students will experience adapted sports to promote understanding of disability and inclusion, highlighting Huelva’s commitment to inclusive sport.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Germany 🇩🇪

Referees in Saxony-Anhalt’s Börde district went on strike this weekend after repeated threats, attacks and racist abuse. District referee chair Mike Weiß hopes the action leads to stronger efforts to restore respect in local football.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:30 PM
France 🇫🇷

In an update, the French football federation ruled out racist intent in Aron Dönnum’s gesture against Le Havre during a match on 2 November, but imposed a two-match suspension, judging it could have been perceived as hurtful.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Bosnia & Herzegovina 🇧🇦

During the WWin League match in Mostar between Zrinjski and Posušje, Zrinjski fans chanted in support of war criminal Slobodan Praljak. The referee halted play and the announcer warned supporters, after which the match continued.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

Córdoba has joined the Network of Cities Against Hate in Sport, committing to work with LaLiga and local partners against racism, xenophobia and harassment. The move comes as Córdoba CF faces repeated sanctions for abusive chanting this season.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Mexico 🇲🇽

Katia Itzel García will become the first woman to referee a Liga MX play-off match, leading Toluca v FC Juárez. Her appointment is hailed as progress; she has spoken about the sexist abuse she faces, calling for an end to gender-based violence.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Bangladesh 🇧🇩

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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December 1, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Nigeria 🇳🇬

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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December 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
UK 🇬🇧

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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December 1, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Netherlands 🇳🇱

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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December 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Iran 🇮🇷

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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December 1, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Coaching Summit for Women in Football

From our friends @Girlpowerorg1

🗓️ 23 November
⏰ 09:00 AM
VEO HQ, Copenhagen 🇩🇰

A must if you are involved in shaping the future of the game

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November 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM