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Germany 🇩🇪

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.
Nach rassistischer Aussage: Borggräfe bleibt Teil der Nationalelf
Rafaela Borggräfe muss nach ihrer langen Sperre wegen einer rassistischen Aussage keine Folgen für ihre Nationalmannschaftskarriere befürchten. Der DFB hat den Vorfall mit der Torhüterin…
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January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Peru 🇵🇪

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.
Condenan a hombre en Lambayeque por discriminar a entrenador extranjero - Caretas Nacional
José Ayesta fue sentenciado tras insultar y humillar a un director técnico de Camerún durante un campeonato local de fútbol en Reque.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Belgium 🇧🇪

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.
Compétitivité, changements hormonaux : pourquoi les adolescentes et les jeunes femmes abandonnent le sport ? - RTBF Actus
En Belgique, selon les chiffres de l’Institut de santé publique Sciensano : en 2022-2023, 70% des adolescents âgés de...
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January 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM
France 🇫🇷

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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January 30, 2026 at 4:15 PM
The AFC will not increase prize money for the Women’s Asian Cup, leaving it the lowest-paying continental tournament worldwide. Players and FIFPRO have said the decision ignores calls for respect and widens the gender pay gap in football.
No increase in Women’s Asian Cup prize money despite player pleas for ‘respect’
Exclusive: Prize money at the upcoming tournament in Australia will not increase from what was offered by the AFC at the last edition four years ago
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January 30, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Germany 🇩🇪

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.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Türkiye 🇹🇷

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.
Afrika'dan İstanbul'a ampute futbolla hayata tutunuyorlar
Afrika ülkeleri Angola ve Liberya’dan Türkiye’ye gelerek İstanbul’da forma giyen ampute futbolcular, zorlu yaşam öykülerine rağmen sporun hem fiziksel engelleri hem de özgüven kaybını aşmadaki…
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January 30, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Italy 🇮🇹

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.
US sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy
News that a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement unit will be present at the upcoming Winter Games has sparked confusion and concern in Italy.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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.
'Polish right-wing football hooligans spew Moscow-born propaganda' - expert says
Across 2025 - xenophobic, anti-migrant and anti-Ukrainian banners and chants appeared on a number of occasions on football stands and at the football fans' manifestations in various parts of Poland -…
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January 30, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Australia 🇦🇺

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.
Niebywały skandal podczas Australian Open. Oto co stało się na trybunach
Jedna z fanek, która pojawiła się na trybunach podczas Australian Open, podzieliła się w mediach społecznościowych przykrym doświadczeniem, zarzucając innym kibicom atak na tle rasistowskim. "To mój…
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January 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM
USA 🇺🇸

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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January 30, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Hungary 🇭🇺

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.
Döntött az MLSZ: Eltiltások az NB I-ben, rasszizmus miatt bűnhődhet a Nyíregyháza | Goal.com Magyarország
A Magyar Labdarúgó Szövetség (MLSZ) Fegyelmi Bizottsága (FEB) január 28-i ülésén több fontos határozatot hozott az NB I-es bajnokság 19. fordulóját követően. A döntések eltiltásokokról és súlyos…
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January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

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.
Jermaine Francis: Sutton United condemn racist abuse received by new signing
Sutton United condemn racist abuse received online by new signing Jermaine Francis.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:45 PM
USA 🇺🇸

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:
January 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Belgium 🇧🇪

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.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Romania 🇷🇴

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.
Scandal la vestiare  FOTO. FCSB și Fenerbahce, aproape de bătaie la pauză! Totul a plecat de la o replică rasistă
FCSB - FENERBAHCE. Un conflict în toată regula s-a iscat la pauza meciului de pe Arena Națională.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

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.
Clyde Best suffered horrific abuse — but says racism ‘tougher’ for modern players
A new documentary will chart the story of Best, a Black pioneer within English football
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January 30, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Belgium 🇧🇪

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.
L’attaquant de Courtrai Thierry Ambrose visé par des insultes racistes pour avoir raté un penalty : « Une situation honteuse »
Après avoir manqué un penalty lors de la défaite du KV Courtrai face au Club NXT, Thierry Ambrose a été la cible de messages racistes sur les réseaux sociaux. Le club évoque des faits venant de…
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January 30, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Croatia 🇭🇷

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.
Thompson objavio video rukometaša kako slave uz Ako ne znaš šta je bilo
RUKOMETAŠI su slavili uz pjesmu koja je na Euru zabranjena.
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January 30, 2026 at 8:15 AM
UK 🇬🇧

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...
South Asian women are underrepresented in British sport. Meet the women pushing for change
These women are pushing boundaries in sport.
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January 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Germany 🇩🇪

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 nur knapp hinter Hansa Rostock: RWE-Fans sorgen für die nächste Strafe
Rot-Weiss Essen wird vom DFB aufgrund eines Fehlverhaltens seiner Fans zur Kasse gebeten. Dieses Mal geht es um diskriminierende Gesänge.
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January 30, 2026 at 7:45 AM
Peru 🇵🇪

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.
Ministerio de Cultura, Liga 1 y SAFAP impulsan campaña nacional por un fútbol sin racismo
Ministerio de Cultura, Liga 1 y SAFAP impulsan campana nacional por un futbol sin racismo
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January 30, 2026 at 7:30 AM
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

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 condemn racial social media post directed at players
Northampton Town lodge a complaint with the police following a racist social media post directed at some of their players.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:01 PM
France 🇫🇷

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.
"Je dis aux enfants, l'égalité est une chose qui se gagne" : Lilian Thuram débat avec des classes au Chambon-Feugerolles - ICI
Des enfants de Firminy, la Ricamarie et du Chambon-Feugerolles (Loire) ont rencontré Lillian Thuram, le champion du monde de football, mardi 27 janvier. Désormais une voix de l'antiracisme et des…
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January 29, 2026 at 4:45 PM
USA 🇺🇸

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.
People Love to “Just Ask Questions” About This Controversial Issue in Sports. Here’s How to Answer Them Once and for All.
Riley Gaines definitely doesn’t want you reading this.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM