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Spain 🇪🇸

Borja Iglesias has shared a moment of solidarity after seeing a child’s “Borja, we’re with you” sign during Celta de Vigo v Rayo Vallecano at Balaídos, asking fans to help him contact the young supporter.
“Estamos contigo”, Borja Iglesias busca al niño que le mostró su apoyo en Balaídos
Borja Iglesias, el delantero compostelano del Celta, quiere localizar al pequeño aficionado que, durante el partido que enfrento a los
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February 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Italy 🇮🇹

Inter held an inclusive training session, bringing Youth Sector players together with the club’s Special Team. Backed by vice president Javier Zanetti, the initiative linked paralympic football and anti-discrimination work.
Special training session in Montagnetta: identity, inclusion and vision | Inter.it
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February 1, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Brazil 🇧🇷

The launch of the visual identity for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Rio de Janeiro has drawn criticism from former Brazilian internationals, who say the event sidelined women’s football in favour of celebrating the men’s game.
Lançamento da Copa Feminina gera críticas por desvalorização do feminino
O lançamento da logomarca da Copa do Mundo de Futebol Feminino de 2027, realizado no último domingo no Rio de Janeiro, suscitou críticas de ex-jogadoras da seleção brasileira. Durante a cerimônia, …
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February 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Canada 🇨🇦

Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki has said the team is ready to fully support any player who comes out. Speaking amid renewed debate on inclusion in men’s hockey, he stressed openness, Pride initiatives and a zero-taboo culture within the club.
‘Prepared to welcome anyone that would come out’: Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki on queer players | Globalnews.ca
Appearing on a Quebec talk show, Montreal Canadiens players spoke about inclusion amid the success of 'Heated Rivalry,' saying the team would welcome any player who comes out.
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February 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM
FIFPRO has warned that repeated head injuries in women’s football require closer attention, following new research indicating that players who suffer three or more concussions may experience a decline in attention-related cognitive function.
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FIFPRO study warns of danger of repeated head injuries in women’s football - Inside World Football
January 26 – FIFPRO has warned that repeated head injuries in women’s football require closer attention after new research suggested players who suffer three or more concussions may experience a…
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February 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Mexico 🇲🇽

The State of Mexico has added physical activation as a constitutional right, obliging authorities and the private sector to promote inclusive, accessible and non-discriminatory physical activity, with a strong focus on youth, health and equality.
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Activación física: nuevo derecho reconocido en la Constitución del Edomex - El Sol de Toluca | Noticias Locales, Policiacas, sobre México, Edomex y el Mundo
El Congreso mexiquense declaró aprobada la reforma tras recibir el respaldo de la mayoría de los cabildos municipales, que establece obligaciones para autoridades estatales, municipales y sector…
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February 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

A new academic study challenges the idea that racism in British football fandom is mainly driven by overt neo-Nazi or far-right groups, arguing that this framing masks deeper and more persistent racialised discourses within the game.
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February 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Chile 🇨🇱

The city of Monte Patria has strengthened its role in inclusive sport after hosting the National Goalball League and the 2025–26 Goalball Chile Cup, welcoming around 100 visually impaired athletes from across Chile.
Monte Patria se consolida como epicentro del deporte inclusivo tras exitoso doble nacional de Goalball
La comuna de los "valles generosos" albergó simultáneamente la Liga Nacional y la Copa Chile 2025-2026. El equipo local, Inticara, destacó con un segundo lug
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February 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Mexico 🇲🇽

The Mexican FA and the Universidad del Deporte del Estado de Puebla have signed an agreement to develop football as a tool for social inclusion and youth development. The partnership links grassroots sport with education, wellbeing and community impact.
FMF y Universidad del Deporte del Estado de Puebla firmaron un convenio para impulsar el desarrollo del futbol
La Femexfut y la Universidad del Deporte del Estado de Puebla firmaron un convenio con el objetivo de impulsar el desarrollo del futbol como herramienta social
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February 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM
India 🇮🇳

The city of Coimbatore will build its first dedicated Paralympic Sports Complex after state approval, creating a barrier-free hub for para-athletics, indoor sport and rehabilitation. The project marks a step towards equal access and inclusion in sport.
Coimbatore to get its first dedicated Paralympic sports complex, boosting inclusive athletics - Social News XYZ
Coimbatore, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Coimbatore is poised to take a decisive leap towards inclusive sports development, with the Tamil Nadu government granting Administrative Sanction for the city’s…
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February 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Iran 🇮🇷

43 Iranian athletes and coaches have published an open letter to International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry, urging the IOC to take a clear and public stand against the systematic repression and discrimination faced by athletes in Iran.
Open letter from Iranian athletes to Kirsty Coventry
43 Iranian sports figures urge IOC to defend athletes’ rights, safety, and fair competition following deadly crackdown in Iran
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January 31, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Brazil 🇧🇷

A new law in Paraíba has extended public sports funding to women’s football, placing it on equal footing with men’s clubs. The reform has been welcomed as correcting a historic imbalance and strengthening opportunities and growth in the women’s game.
Em reunião com Luciano Cartaxo, representantes dos clubes de futebol feminino comemoram nova lei que equipara incentivos aos clubes masculinos - Repórter PB
Presidente do clube feminino Fluminense da Paraíba, Marineide Carvalho destacou a importância da nova lei para o esporte no estado.
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January 31, 2026 at 4:45 PM
France 🇫🇷

Allegations of racist abuse have emerged after a regional match in Gironde between JS Sireuil - Médoc Atlantique FCC. Sireuil accused opposing fans of racist slurs. Médoc Atlantique have denied the claims, as authorities consider next steps.
“Ramène tous tes sales nègres»: Sireuil accuse les supporteurs de Médoc Atlantique « d’insultes racistes », le club girondin dément
Accusations de racisme d’un côté, démentis et violences présumées de l’autre : après le match Médoc Atlantique - Sireuil, samedi en Gironde, les deux clubs se déchirent.
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January 31, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Switzerland 🇨🇭

Switzerland has adopted its first national action plan to combat hate crime against LGBTIQ people. Twelve measures have been introduced to strengthen victim support, prevent violence and improve monitoring between 2026 and 2030.
Federal Council adopts first national action plan to combat hate crime against LGBTIQ persons
Press releasePublished on 28 January 2026
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January 31, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Germany 🇩🇪

This week, FC Schalke 04 have launched their annual #STEHTAUF action days to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day and reaffirm the club’s stance against antisemitism, racism and all forms of discrimination.
Erinnerung an die Opfer des Holocaust: Schalke 04 startet die #STEHTAUF-Aktionstage
#STEHTAUF-Aktionstage: S04 gedenkt in Gelsenkirchen der Holocaust-Opfer, thematisiert jüdische Sportgeschichte und setzt Zeichen gegen Diskriminierung.
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January 31, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦

A monument to 77 FK Velež Mostar footballers killed as anti-fascist Partisans has been removed from Pod Bijelim Brijegom stadium in Mostar. Journalist Dragan Bursać has argued the act reflects a wider erasure of anti-fascist memory.
Dragan Bursać: Da su mostarski fudbaleri stradali kao ustaše ili četnici, niko ne bi dirao spomenik
"Da su mostarski fudbaleri poginuli u ustaško-četničkoj koloni, danas bi imali pozlaćene spomenike, političke govore, popovski tamjan i školske udžbenike koji bi ih slavili kao 'žrtve komunizma'. Po…
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January 31, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Croatia 🇭🇷

Six adults and one minor have been convicted for chanting an Ustaše slogan during an anti-fascist protest. The individuals were identified using video evidence and stadium footage from the same day, when fans of HNK Rijeka had attended a match in Zagreb.
Maskirani veličali NDH i skandirali ZDS na antifa maršu u Rijeci. Sad su kažnjeni
ŠESTORICA i maloljetnik osuđeni u Rijeci jer su na antifa prosvjedu vikali "Za dom spremni" i dizali desnice, kažnjeni visokim novčanim kaznama.
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January 31, 2026 at 3:30 PM
France 🇫🇷

The 12th edition of the debate Sport féminin toujours is examining how women’s sport remains under-represented in the media, looking at structural barriers to visibility, as the sports minister announces a €1m fund to support TV coverage of women’s sport.
Débat du jour - Le sport féminin est-il invisibilisé ?
La 12è édition de « Sport féminin toujours » se déroule jusqu’à ce dimanche en France. Organisée par l’Arcom, régulateur de l’audiovisuel, cette opération plaide pour une meilleure représentation du…
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January 31, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Bolivia 🇧🇴

Bolivia has opened a nationwide call to form its first women’s amputee football team, aiming for the 2027 World Cup. Recognised by FIFA, the project invites women with amputations to join.
Historias que inspiran: Bolivia inicia la búsqueda de su Selección Femenina de Fútbol para Amputadas
Un proyecto internacional impulsa la creación de la Selección Boliviana de Fútbol de Mujeres Amputadas, con la mirada puesta en el Mundial 2027. La convocatoria está abierta a mujeres de todo el…
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January 31, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Switzerland 🇨🇭

Neuchâtel has extended its UNIFIED inclusive sport programme to 2027 after a successful pilot. Led with Swiss Inclusive Sport, it expands autism-specific support and youth training, with 13 clubs offering inclusive activities.
Neuchâtel poursuit son soutien à l’inclusion dans le sport
Le canton de Neuchâtel poursuit son soutien à l’inclusion dans le sport, grâce à une nouvelle convention UNIFIED pour 2026-2027. Au terme de la phase-pilote achevée à fin 2025, il prolonge de deux…
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January 31, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

Cádiz will host Phase 2 of LALIGA GENUINE this weekend at El Rosal, bringing together 26 teams in a competition that places players with intellectual disabilities at its centre.
Televisión en directo para el Cádiz CF Genuine
Las instalaciones de El Rosal acogerán este próximo fin de semana
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January 31, 2026 at 2:15 PM
UK 🇬🇧

Former England cricketer Moeen Ali has joined Yorkshire, reversing earlier retirement plans, and praised the county’s steps to address racism and rebuild trust following the Azeem Rafiq case.
Moeen Ali joins Yorkshire for T20 Blast as he shelves retirement plan and lauds anti-racism efforts
Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali says there was "no doubt in my mind" about joining Yorkshire despite historical racism, as he abandons his retirement from county cricket.
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January 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Ireland 🇮🇪

Irish boxer Angison Rivet was subjected to explicit racist abuse, including repeated slurs, from a potential opponent in white-collar boxing. After Rivet spoke out, the fighter was reportedly dropped.
Wexford boxer at the centre of racism storm as calls made for Irish white collar boxing to stamp out abuse
White collar boxing has been urged to ensure that the sport remains a respectful environment for all athletes after a recent racism row.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:45 PM
In the Guardian, journalist Tom Garry has argued FIFA has exposed itself to potential bias claims in women’s football by accepting sponsorship for the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup from Kynisca, the multi-club organisation owned by Michele Kang.
Michele Kang’s largesse for women’s football leaves Fifa open to bias claims | Tom Garry
The multi-club owner’s sponsorship of Champions Cup creates a conflict of interest, whatever her motivation
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January 31, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Spain 🇪🇸

An inclusive senior football team, Capaç i Vàlida CE Llerona, has launched in Vallès Oriental for adults with intellectual disabilities or mental health conditions.
Nace el equipo de fútbol Senior Capaç y Vàlida CE Llerona: un proyecto compartido por el deporte inclusivo en el Vallès Oriental (Barcelona)
La Associació Capaç i Vàlida y el Club Esportiu Llerona han sumado fuerzas y han impulsado la creación del nuevo equipo Senior Capaç i Vàlida CE Llerona, un
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January 31, 2026 at 1:15 PM