The German FA has confirmed Rafaela Borggräfe will stay in the national team pool after serving a six-game ban for a racist remark. Following reflection, education measures and an internal review, the FA said the case has been fully addressed.
The German FA has confirmed Rafaela Borggräfe will stay in the national team pool after serving a six-game ban for a racist remark. Following reflection, education measures and an internal review, the FA said the case has been fully addressed.
A court in Lambayeque has convicted José Ayesta for racial discrimination after he insulted and humiliated a Cameroonian football coach during a local championship organised by the Reque District Football League in Chiclayo province.
A court in Lambayeque has convicted José Ayesta for racial discrimination after he insulted and humiliated a Cameroonian football coach during a local championship organised by the Reque District Football League in Chiclayo province.
New data indicates girls drop out of sport far more than boys. Puberty, fatigue, menstruation, time pressure and overly competitive club cultures push many away, especially in late adolescence. Experts urge more inclusive, confidence-building environments.
New data indicates girls drop out of sport far more than boys. Puberty, fatigue, menstruation, time pressure and overly competitive club cultures push many away, especially in late adolescence. Experts urge more inclusive, confidence-building environments.
A new documentary, Championnes, shines a light on the pioneering women footballers of Ploufragan in Brittany, charting the rise of a factory team formed by female workers at Chaffoteaux in 1970 who went on to become French champions in 1989.
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A new documentary, Championnes, shines a light on the pioneering women footballers of Ploufragan in Brittany, charting the rise of a factory team formed by female workers at Chaffoteaux in 1970 who went on to become French champions in 1989.
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The Baden FA hosted the Dialogue Format Diversity programme in Sinsheim, bringing grassroots football representatives together with Makkabi Deutschland and the German FA to develop practical, long-term approaches to preventing racism and discrimination.
The Baden FA hosted the Dialogue Format Diversity programme in Sinsheim, bringing grassroots football representatives together with Makkabi Deutschland and the German FA to develop practical, long-term approaches to preventing racism and discrimination.
Amputee footballers from Angola and Liberia now playing in Istanbul have said sport helped them overcome trauma, stigma and loss of confidence. Their stories highlight amputee football’s role in social inclusion and challenging stereotypes about disability.
Amputee footballers from Angola and Liberia now playing in Istanbul have said sport helped them overcome trauma, stigma and loss of confidence. Their stories highlight amputee football’s role in social inclusion and challenging stereotypes about disability.
Plans for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel to assist with security at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics 2026 have triggered confusion and backlash in Italy, amid global concern over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.
Plans for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel to assist with security at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics 2026 have triggered confusion and backlash in Italy, amid global concern over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.
In an interview for Polish Radio, Rafał Pankowski, Polish sociologist and co-founder of the "Never Again" Association, has discussed about the xenophobic, anti-migrant and anti-Ukrainian behaviour of far-right football fans in various parts of Poland.
In an interview for Polish Radio, Rafał Pankowski, Polish sociologist and co-founder of the "Never Again" Association, has discussed about the xenophobic, anti-migrant and anti-Ukrainian behaviour of far-right football fans in various parts of Poland.
A fan at the Australian Open has reported racist abuse from other spectators, including shouts of “go back to your country” and “go back to China,” after a seating dispute.
A fan at the Australian Open has reported racist abuse from other spectators, including shouts of “go back to your country” and “go back to China,” after a seating dispute.
After Tim Weah raised concerns, U.S. men’s national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino told the players publicly that it was not their job to talk about World Cup ticket prices.
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After Tim Weah raised concerns, U.S. men’s national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino told the players publicly that it was not their job to talk about World Cup ticket prices.
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The Hungarian FA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Nyíregyháza Spartacus FC over alleged racist and discriminatory behaviour in the top league. Further sanctions are pending for crowd misconduct.
The Hungarian FA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Nyíregyháza Spartacus FC over alleged racist and discriminatory behaviour in the top league. Further sanctions are pending for crowd misconduct.
Sutton United have condemned racist online abuse directed at new signing Jermaine Francis, after the winger received a racially abusive message on social media shortly after joining the club.
Sutton United have condemned racist online abuse directed at new signing Jermaine Francis, after the winger received a racially abusive message on social media shortly after joining the club.
Calls to boycott the 2026 World Cup over US policies are continuing to grow. Experts ponder whether such action is possible and what would be the political impact:
Calls to boycott the 2026 World Cup over US policies are continuing to grow. Experts ponder whether such action is possible and what would be the political impact:
In 2025, football authorities have issued 13 convictions for racism and discrimination in West Flanders alone. Abuse ranged from monkey noises to racist and homophobic slurs, including in youth football. Sanctions focused on education and accountability.
In 2025, football authorities have issued 13 convictions for racism and discrimination in West Flanders alone. Abuse ranged from monkey noises to racist and homophobic slurs, including in youth football. Sanctions focused on education and accountability.
At half-time during the Europa League match FCSB v Fenerbahçe in Bucharest, a racist slur was allegedly directed at an FCSB staff member by a member of the Turkish delegation, triggering a tunnel confrontation before security intervened.
At half-time during the Europa League match FCSB v Fenerbahçe in Bucharest, a racist slur was allegedly directed at an FCSB staff member by a member of the Turkish delegation, triggering a tunnel confrontation before security intervened.
West Ham pioneer Clyde Best has said racism is tougher for players today than in his era, as online abuse is constant. Reflecting on severe abuse he faced, Best cited attacks on Rashford, Sancho and Saka as evidence of football’s ongoing failure.
West Ham pioneer Clyde Best has said racism is tougher for players today than in his era, as online abuse is constant. Reflecting on severe abuse he faced, Best cited attacks on Rashford, Sancho and Saka as evidence of football’s ongoing failure.
KV Kortrijk striker Thierry Ambrose has been targeted with racist abuse on social media after missing a penalty during the Challenger Pro League match against Club NXT.
KV Kortrijk striker Thierry Ambrose has been targeted with racist abuse on social media after missing a penalty during the Challenger Pro League match against Club NXT.
Croatian handball players have celebrated their recent victory to a song by Marko Perković Thompson. Due to its far-right references, the track has previously been banned by the EHF for not reflecting tournament values.
Croatian handball players have celebrated their recent victory to a song by Marko Perković Thompson. Due to its far-right references, the track has previously been banned by the EHF for not reflecting tournament values.
South Asian women remain underrepresented in British sport due to stereotypes and a lack of role models. Brown Girl Sports is challenging this by amplifying voices, building community and pushing for inclusive pathways across football, cricket & tennis
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South Asian women remain underrepresented in British sport due to stereotypes and a lack of role models. Brown Girl Sports is challenging this by amplifying voices, building community and pushing for inclusive pathways across football, cricket & tennis
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/sout...
Rot-Weiss Essen have been fined €27,100 by the German FA after discriminatory chanting and other fan misconduct during the 3. Liga match against FC Energie Cottbus on 23 November 2025.
Rot-Weiss Essen have been fined €27,100 by the German FA after discriminatory chanting and other fan misconduct during the 3. Liga match against FC Energie Cottbus on 23 November 2025.
The Ministry of Culture, the top league and the player's union have launched a national anti-racism campaign in football, promoting respect and cultural diversity. The initiative includes workshops and matchday actions across men’s and women’s competitions.
The Ministry of Culture, the top league and the player's union have launched a national anti-racism campaign in football, promoting respect and cultural diversity. The initiative includes workshops and matchday actions across men’s and women’s competitions.
Northampton Town have reported a racist social media post targeting some of their players following their League One match away at Rotherham United.
Northampton Town have reported a racist social media post targeting some of their players following their League One match away at Rotherham United.
Lilian Thuram met schoolchildren in the Loire region to discuss racism and prejudice. The former World Cup winner has urged pupils to question stereotypes, stressing that equality is not automatic but something that must be actively fought for.
Lilian Thuram met schoolchildren in the Loire region to discuss racism and prejudice. The former World Cup winner has urged pupils to question stereotypes, stressing that equality is not automatic but something that must be actively fought for.
In their new book 'Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports' , authors Ellie Roscher and Anna Baeth's have challenged claims of “fairness” in sport, arguing bans on trans athletes ignore evidence and have been used to undermine trans rights.
In their new book 'Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports' , authors Ellie Roscher and Anna Baeth's have challenged claims of “fairness” in sport, arguing bans on trans athletes ignore evidence and have been used to undermine trans rights.