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England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

At Wembley, 22 people living with dementia, including Raymond James from Fulham, served as mascots before England’s friendly with Wales. The FA and Alzheimer’s Society initiative used football to raise awareness and challenge stigma around dementia.
'I'm very proud to be a dementia football mascot at Wembley'
Raymond James is one of 22 people living with dementia who will walk out with England and Wales.
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UK 🇬🇧

In Lancaster, John O’Gaunt Rowing Club runs a year-long Learn to Row programme for refugees and asylum seekers, using sport to build confidence, community and belonging. The initiative, launched with Global Link, has become a model for inclusion through sport.
Lancaster John O'Gaunt RC opens its doors and its heart to refugees - British Rowing
Fergus Mainland spoke with Lancaster John O'Gaunt RC about their efforts to integrate refugees and asylum seekers...
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 17h
Spain 🇪🇸

The IV International Senior Football Tournament Against Racism and Discrimination will be held on 29 Nov in Areitio, organised by SD Eibar Fundazioa with Athletic Club, Real Sociedad & FC Naciones Unidas, promoting inclusion and equality through football.
La Ciudad Deportiva de Areitio acogerá el IV Torneo Internacional de Fútbol Sénior contra el Racismo y la Discriminación
Organizado por la SD Eibar Fundazioa, tendrá lugar el próximo 29 de noviembre y reunirá a cuatro equipos: FC Naciones Unidas, Athletic Club, Real Sociedad y SD Eibar
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 18h
Italy 🇮🇹

At the opening of Italy’s new Football Museum in Coverciano, women’s coach Andrea Soncin celebrated the inclusion of a section for the women’s game, calling it a key step for visibility and equality, and vowed to keep advancing women’s football.
Italia, Soncin: "Vogliamo regalare un trofeo. Già questa estate l'avremmo meritato" - TUTTO mercato WEB
“Si sente un grande orgoglio e la responsabilità di essere qui. Abbiamo passato un’estate bellissima, abbiamo sentito le emozioni che.
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 18h
UK 🇬🇧

Cricketer Steve Davies, the UK’s first openly gay professional player, has been awarded an MBE for his services to sport and advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Davies said receiving the honour from the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle was “very surreal.”
www.expressandstar.com/news/2025/10...
First openly-gay cricket player Steve Davies who started out in Kidderminster awarded MBE in King's Honours list
A former West Midlands cricketer, who is the first openly-gay player of the sport, has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
www.expressandstar.com
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 18h
Spain 🇪🇸

Spanish group ACOM accused clubs including Athletic, Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano of allowing antisemitic banners such as “Destroy Israel” in stadiums. It filed a complaint to the national commission on racism in sport, calling for investigations and sanctions.
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ACOM acusa a clubes españoles de fomentar el antisemitismo en sus recintos deportivos.
La reciente denuncia de la asociación Acción y Comunicación sobre Oriente Medio (ACOM) destaca una preocupante tendencia en varios clubes de fútbol...
https://cronicaespaña.es/acom-acusa-a-clubes-espanoles-de-fomentar-el-antisemitismo-en-sus-recintos-deportivos
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 18h
Italy 🇮🇹

In Brindisi, the Soroptimist International Club will host a 10 October workshop at SNIM promoting gender equality and inclusion in water sports. The event highlights women’s achievements and links sport, sustainability and empowerment.
SNIM 2025 – Workshop del Soroptimist Club Brindisi: “Sport nautici oltre ogni stereotipo e barriera”
Giovedì 10 ottobre, alle ore 16.00, presso la Sala Conferenze 2 dello SNIM – Salone Nautico di Puglia – si terrà il workshop “Sport nautici oltre ogni s
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 19h
Argentina 🇦🇷

River Plate launched a South American network of clubs promoting social responsibility and inclusion at the “Gol Iberoamérica” congress, uniting teams like Flamengo and Peñarol to use football as a tool for education, equality and social change.
River convocó a los clubes de fútbol de Sudamérica para crear una red de clubes y trabajar sobre su rol social - TyC Sports
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 19h
USA 🇺🇸

Former Columbia swimmer Charli Phillips, co-president of Athlete Ally, is leading efforts to defend LGBTQ+ athletes after the US government’s ban on transgender participation in women’s college sports, calling the policy a “slap in the face” to inclusion.
‘We’re stronger in numbers than we are alone’: Charli Phillips, BC ’26, on Athlete Ally
Charli Phillips, BC ’26, doesn’t take anything for granted—and with Athlete Ally, she advocates for the rights that others might.
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 19h
Italy 🇮🇹

Lazio FA president Roberto Avantaggiato condemned recent violence and discrimination in regional football, stressing zero tolerance and urging clubs, coaches, and families to promote respect and inclusion across all levels of the game.
Roberto Avantaggiato: “Nessun risultato sportivo può valere più del rispetto reciproco” - Tusciaweb.eu
Roberto Avantaggiato: “Nessun risultato sportivo può valere più del rispetto reciproco”. Monito del presidente Cr Lazio contro la violenza nei campionati di calcio - Già diversi episodi dopo le...
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 19h
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

The Women’s Super League has introduced new rules guaranteeing players aged 23 and over a minimum salary of £40,000, setting a higher standard than the US league. Clubs must also limit spending to ensure sustainability and competitive balance.
Women’s Super League salary floor details revealed in new financial rules
Women’s Super League players are to be paid a minimum annual salary, guaranteed to be at least £40,000 for senior professionals
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 20h
USA 🇺🇸

The players’ unions of the Women’s National Basketball Association and the National Women’s Soccer League have strengthened their alliance for fair pay and equality, showing how solidarity across women’s sports can drive lasting change for athletes.
The US’s biggest pro women’s sports unions have found strength together
For NWSL and WNBA players’ unions, collective actions have been key to their successes in wholly different sports
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 20h
France 🇫🇷

OGC Nice has received a one-match suspended stand closure after fans chanted homophobic slurs during the Ligue 1 match against Paris FC. The game was stopped twice under the league's anti-discrimination protocol.
On connaît la sanction après les chants homophobes lors d’OGC Nice-Paris FC
L’OGC Nice a été auditionné ce mercredi par la commission de discipline de la LFP en raison des chants homophobes entonnés par ses supporters lors du dernier match à l’Allianz Riviera contre le Paris…
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 20h
Switzerland 🇨🇭

In Switzerland, a Journal de Savièse match report described three Black players as “fast and strong,” prompting backlash from FC Savièse and the Valais FA, who condemned the racist language and reaffirmed their commitment to inclusion in football.
Polémique à Savièse après des propos jugés racistes dans un compte rendu de match
Un article du Journal de Savièse sur un match de football local a suscité une vive polémique en raison de propos jugés racistes. Le club et l’AVF réagissent. L’auteur de l’article ne fait aucun…
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 20h
Ghana 🇬🇭

Ghana FA President and CAF 2nd Vice President Kurt Okraku has been appointed Chair of FIFA’s Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee (2025–2029).
Kurt Okraku appointed Chair of FIFA Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee | Pulse Ghana
GFA President Kurt Okraku appointed Chair of FIFA’s Anti-Racism Committee, leading global efforts to promote equality and fight discrimination in football.
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 21h
UK 🇬🇧

Former Liverpool teammates Peter Crouch and Jamie Carragher will co-host the Global Football Industry Awards in London, celebrating innovation, inclusion, and sustainability shaping football beyond the pitch.
Peter Crouch and Jamie Carragher to reunite off the pitch for exciting project
Former Liverpool FC teammates Peter Crouch and Jamie Carragher will co-host the Global Football Industry Awards next month
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 21h
Argentina 🇦🇷

The provinces of Catamarca and Córdoba launched “Mujeres a la Cancha”, a programme promoting inclusion and empowerment of women and girls in football through safe spaces, leadership training, and gender-equality initiatives across all levels of the sport.
Catamarca y Córdoba impulsan el programa “Mujeres a la Cancha” para la inclusión y el desarrollo en el fútbol femenino
El programa tiene como objetivo fortalecer el empoderamiento y el desarrollo integral de mujeres y niñas, superando las barreras y obstáculos que aún persisten en materia de equidad de género y de…
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Spain 🇪🇸

Elche CF striker Rafa Mir has been charged in Valencia with sexual assault involving violence following a 2024 complaint. Co-defendant Pablo Jara faces similar charges. The alleged attacks occurred at Mir’s home after a night out.
Un juzgado de Valencia procesa al futbolista del Elche Rafa Mir por agresión sexual y le impone 12.500 euros de fianza
El jugador Pablo Jara también ha sido procesado tras una denuncia presentada en 2024 por dos mujeres
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 21h
Italy 🇮🇹

A Prata U17 player was banned for seven matches for racially insulting an opponent during a game against Maniago Vajont. The rival, who provoked him with body-shaming remarks, received a three-match ban as racism in youth football draws concern.
Razzismo, nuovo caso nel calcio giovanile: maxi squalifica e insulti anche sul peso dell'avversario
Prima un commento offensivo legato alla conformazione fisica dell’avversario. E in tutta risposta, un insulto razzista. Tornano le ombre sul calcio giovanile locale. E anche le squalifiche...
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 22h
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Australian player Josh Cavallo, now with Peterborough Sports, said he still faces daily death threats and abuse since coming out in 2021. Calling men’s football “toxic,” he urged FIFA not to award World Cups to countries criminalising homosexuality.
Josh Cavallo: 'Football still has an issue with homophobia'
Australian Josh Cavallo, who moved to England in July to join non-league Peterborough Sports, says football has got "mountains to do" to tackle homophobia.
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Fare network @farenet.bsky.social · 22h
USA 🇺🇸

Argentina’s friendly match v. Puerto Rico has been moved from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale due to the govt immigration raids and National Guard deployment in Democrat-run cities.

This is the first match to be moved due to ICE raids.
Argentina soccer game moved from Chicago due to Trump’s immigration crackdown
Argentina will now play Puerto Rico at Lionel Messi’s club home, Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale
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Palestine 🇵🇸

In the occupied Palestinian territories, footballers face severe movement restrictions and violence. Players like Bisan Abuaita describe football as resistance, as checkpoints, settler attacks and tear gas disrupt matches.
Palästina: Sportalltag für Athletinnen und Athleten nicht möglich
Für viele palästinensische Athletinnen und Athleten ist ein normaler Sportalltag nicht möglich. Obwohl für alle Menschen ein Recht auf Sport gilt, sieht die Realität anders aus.
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England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Brentford FC published its 2025 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Report, earning PLEDIS intermediate status and EDI awards for its progress in creating an inclusive, representative club culture.
Brentford publishes annual equity, diversity and inclusion report | Brentford FC
Brentford publishes its equity, diversity and inclusion report for 2025, outlining the progress, achievements, and plans the Bees have made in growing an authentic, meaningful EDI programme.
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Germany 🇩🇪

Germany’s FA Sports Court upheld and increased fines against SV Waldhof Mannheim to €54,000 for discriminatory fan behaviour in two 3. Liga matches. Part of the sum may fund anti-racism and education initiatives.
DFB-Sportgericht bestätigt und erhöht Mannheim-Geldstrafen
Das DFB-Sportgericht hat in mündlicher Verhandlung am DFB-Campus in Frankfurt den Einspruch des Drittligisten SV Waldhof Mannheim gegen zwei Geldstrafen in Gesamthöhe von 48.000 Euro zurückgewiesen.
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Brazil 🇧🇷

Paraguayan students were forced to remove or turn inside out their national shirts to enter Palmeiras’ Allianz Parque, sparking outrage and accusations of discrimination. Palmeiras later said it was a general safety rule, not anti-Paraguayan bias.
Versus / ¿Discriminación a estudiantes paraguayos en cancha del Palmeiras? - Vive Click
Una feroz indignación se generó en las redes sociales en las últimas horas por una denuncia de discriminación que habría sufrido una delegación paraguaya en el Allianz Parque, cancha del Palmeiras de…
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