'Every time I've played there I've heard a form of racist abuse this has got to stop.'. Sky Sports News. Following the match, the Football Association (FA) said it "strongly condemns" supporters who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. Moyes added that he 'understands' fans chanting that he should be sacked . 'No one is more passionate than me about this topic. The West London side hosted Leeds United as the Yorkshire side fight for their lives in the Premier League and the home fans were elated as they finally scored a . That match reportedly also featured racist chanting by the home crowd. The fans today have disrespected not just me, but the football club. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. Millwall fans boo their own players for kneeling Ever since English teams returned to the field last summer after an unplanned, months-long break caused by the coronavirus pandemic, players,. "The fight for racial equality continues and we will continue to work closely with clubs across the country to tackle discrimination in all its forms. For the first time in eight months, 2,000 Millwall supporters were allowed inside the stadium for the visit of . FIFA president Gianni Infantino is spotted at MILLWALL "What this demonstrates is that platers are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. "On behalf of Derby County Football Club, I want it to be clear to everyone associated with the club that we represent all sectors of our community regardless of colour, gender or sexuality. I May Destroy You star Michaela Coel joins for his new series, The England captain talks VAR, fans returning and Justin Bieber. Millwall have released a statement after their game with Derby County on Saturday was overshadowed by fans booing players taking the knee before the match. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. having used what he admitted was "unacceptable" language when referring to black players while appearing before the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee via video link. Fans at Millwall boo players taking a knee on return to stadium But they sparked an anti-discrimination row after their vocal protest from the stands. While former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford called for the EFL to intervene, saying they 'have to be strong. Millwall Fans Boo Players Taking Knee for Black Lives Matter First Round of Matches With Fans After over nine months, fans are finally back in the stadiums, albeit at a limited capacity. Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Millwall fans boo their own players for kneeling Ever since English teams returned to the field last summer after an unplanned, months-long break caused by the coronavirus pandemic, players,. Even more disturbing it sounded like the majority of fans to me. Millwall lost the match on Jason Knights 69th minute goal. December 7, 2020 - 10:58AM Fans of English Championship club Millwall booed as players took a knee in support of the fight against racial injustice. 'I don't even like talking about the matter. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Hes made clear that he believes abandoning the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill is a terrible idea and says he will find it very hard to vote for his successors measure. Say the word.. Cabinet minister defends freedom of expression after football fans boo "Wayne was outstanding on the day in supporting players who were clearly affected by something they couldn't believe was happening in front of their eyes. But having to say this is a pain but Ill say it every single damn time this is why I STAND and STAND PROUD and I have to say every single person involved with @dcfcofficial did too made me proud to wear this shirt with the boys today!!! Millwall have said they are "dismayed and saddened" after fans booed players that took a knee ahead of their 1-0 defeat to Derby on Saturday. It certainly didnt condemn it quite the contrary, in fact. Millwall's match with Derby on Saturday was the first time their supporters were able to watch from the stands since the coronavirus pandemic halted games in March. The English Football League said: "The EFL continues to support any individual player, players and clubs who choose to 'take the knee' in support of tackling inequality in society. So when these negative things happen in football or in society it brings people together and that is actually the message in taking the knee. Rosenior is a member of the FA's inclusion advisory board and is also on a panel of six who will appoint the next FA chairman in the spring. #61. The game marked the return of fans to The Den for the first time in nine months and as many as 2,000 supporters watched on. As their match against Derby County was about to begin, video footage taken from the ground shows that there were a large number of aggressive boos from the stands as the players knelt down. 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. Queens Park Rangers players celebrated scoring versus Millwall on Tuesday night by taking the knee, days after a group of Millwall's fans booed the anti-racism gesture. Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. 'The club do an enormous amount of work on anti-racism and the club do a lot of work in the community and there is some really positive stuff, so of course I am disappointed.'. The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans for the first time this season after the second national lockdown was lifted. Rod Liddle. Millwall fans have booed their own players for taking the knee at 'The Den' today. Everyone at Derby has backed taking the knee and will continue to do so. They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they're racist. Everton midfielder Amadou Onana happy to have avoided boo-boys FA and EFL condemn Millwall fans for booing as players take a knee Millwall finally condemn fans for BOOING their own players It was pleasing to get the win. 'We wish to make clear that taking the knee, for us, is in no way representative of any agreement with political messaging or ideology. We offer many advertising options, see and choose what works best for your business. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives Unlike the majority of clubs in the EFL, Millwall players have decided to stop taking the knee prior to their matches. 'I don't want to say much about it, but all I can say is everyone at Derby County Football Club, we obviously took the knee, and no one condones that behaviour.'. Derby first-team coach Liam Rosenior said that the players were affected by the booing at The Den on Saturday. 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.'. The outspoken personalities got into a Twitter clash on Sunday while discussing the horrific incident that took place during the Millwall and Derby football game this weekend. 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'In the same way 'Clap For Carers' was very emotional for us all, it got to a stage where it had run its natural course and the decision was rightly made to stop it. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. Millwall fans boo own players after they take knee in anti The EFL decided to allow individual players and teams in the Football League to make their own decision on whether to continue taking the knee while the gesture still takes place in the Premier League. Lions players have declined to take the knee . Players and officials have been taking a knee since June to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. "The fight for racial equality continues and we will continue to work closely with clubs across the country to tackle discrimination in all its forms. Millwall, who have spent decades attempting to improve their reputation after incidents of racial abuse from the stands, issued a statement shortly after Eustice's remarks saying they were "dismayed and saddened" by the boos. Do you stand in condemnation of every one of those men and their lives aswell? ', Millwall boss Gary Rowett (left) said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney (right) said it was 'surprising', The Premier League and EFL made the decision to replace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has been hijacked by extremists. 'Having to say this is a pain,' Kazim-Richards said, 'but I'll say it every single damn time this is why I STAND and STAND PROUD and I have to say every single person involved with (Derby) did too. "What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. They don't agree with Black Lives Matter; that says they are racist to me. It was against Enfield in the fa cup, December 1984. I thought we started the game well and created . "I know that footballers are role models in their communities and that's something where, at the very top, we can affect things the best we can and appoint the very right person for the job moving forward.". Facebook; Twitter; Facebook Messenger; Pinterest; Email; Fans at Millwall's home game against Derby booed when players took a knee before the game to support the league's anti-racism message on . 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. Millwall fans BOO as players take the knee before Derby clash, leaving Some boos were also heard when players took the knee at League Two Colchester United's JobServe Community Stadium, before the home side's 2-1 win over Grimsby Town in front of around 1,000 spectators. "The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. It has offended me and everyone who works for this club the players and the staff. Proud to be black.'. The return of spectators was overshadowed by the pre-match incident. There are no excuses. The . FIFA president Gianni Infantino was seen enjoying some Championship football on Saturday after heading to The Den to watch Millwall take on Norwich. Millwall are pandering to the fans who want their - The Independent By Kathryn Batte and Joe Davies and Katie Feehan For Mailonline, Published: 10:39 EST, 5 December 2020 | Updated: 07:31 EST, 6 December 2020. Spurs' Emerson slammed over VAR incident MILLWALL fans were involved in an away end brawl during Saturday's Championship clash with Cardiff. 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Pictured: Patrick Hutchinson is pictured carrying Millwall fan to safety in the midst of clashes with anti-racism protesters in London on June 13 in one of the iconic images of the Black Lives Matter protests. Understand THAT., Laurence who has been critical of the BLM movement in the past spotted Piers comments and replied: Kneeling is a gesture of subservience and submission in our culture. It dont believe in moral superiority [sic], he told the presenter. Lucas Moura. Fans Boo Millwall, Derby Players for Taking Knee in Protest of Racism He added: 'Taking the knee was very powerful but we feel that impact has now been diluted. However, the decision was made toreplace it with 'No Room for Racism' after growing concerns the BLM movement has beenhijacked by extremists. ", A Football Association spokesperson said: "The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.". Rod Liddle is associate editor of The Spectator. Watch: Anger as Millwall fans boo players taking the knee at home game Trevor Sinclair, who was sacked by the BBC for racially abusing a police officer while being arrested for drink driving in 2018, slammed the Millwall fans. 'It is purely about tackling discrimination.'. @DavidMercerSky, Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. Millwall fans BOO after players take the knee ahead of Championship Fofana scored Chelsea's first goal in almost a month. Manager Gary Rowett got himself caught up in the debate about the anti-racism gesture by failing to condemn the booing of the Fulham players during their midweek visit to The Den. 'The players take the knee and the 2000 fans are booing. Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards described the incident as "an absolute disgrace". Millwall fans boo players for kneeling before soccer game No commitment. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today. The death in Minneapolis of a black man, George Floyd, after a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes sparked protests around the world, with many demonstrators kneeling in streets and squares to protest against racism. Laurence Fox and Piers Morgan clash over Millwall fans booing BLM Piers explained that nobody is forced to take the knee in a democracy and that it would be nice if those who did choose to protest against racial injustice werent booed by racist morons. and take serious action against this'. Former England striker and Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker wrote on Twitter: "Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee. 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Up to 2,000 fans were allowed into stadiums across England on Saturday, marking the first time since the pandemic began in March that any spectators were permitted to attend games in person. "We urge the players to continue using their platforms and their voices to support this fight.". Former Manchester City and England defender Micah Richards described the Millwall incident as "disheartening". "It is important we do not tolerate or accept the actions of the mindless few.". In August Ms Johnson tweeted: 'The white man will not . Football world horrified as fans boo players' anti-racism protest - news The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. A video is currently doing the rounds appearing to show the sets of supporters clashing during the game, with fists thrown with intent to hurt. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby . Fans booing at full-time and some left after third goal? "We were made aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign," said the former Everton and Manchester United player. "We applaud the players of Millwall and Derby for taking a stand and defying the hate shown by some fans today.". A much-needed victory today, what are your emotions? This only enraged Piers further as he responded: Youre comparing taking the knee as a protest against racial injustice to appeasing Nazis? Having agreed with the referee's final decision, Steven Warnock has slammed Emerson for exaggerating the push from Ziyech when speaking on Sky Sports' Ref Watch: (7:30 . Join the conversation with other Spectator readers. . Millwall released a statement on Sunday that read: "Millwall Football Club was dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby County at The Den. He told Sky Sports: "I'm disappointed that we are talking about that when we should be talking about the fact we are all back and we want to enjoy the football match again. Millwall fans boo players taking the knee before match against Derby 'The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. But Rowett and his squad said it was their duty to reinforce the positive messaging in the fight against racism. A vocal section of Millwall fans have been branded an "absolute disgrace" for booing as players took the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards, who is Black, described the booing as an "absolute disgrace" in a tweet after the match, where he expressed pride in taking a stand against racism. I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. Booing from the stands at the London-based football club was heard after referee Darren England blew his whistle for the players to make the gesture. 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"I'm really proud to represent my country and my football club, I'm proud to be a black and ethnic minority coach in the game and that hurt, being stood on the touchline hearing the boos. The professionalism of the players on both sides throughout the game was a credit to our profession after such an incident. 'The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters and what should have been a positive and exciting occasion was completely overshadowed, much to the immense disappointment and upset of those who have contributed to those efforts. "The impact of such incidents is felt not just by the players and management, but by those who work throughout the club and in its Academy and Community Trust, where so many staff and volunteers continue passionate endeavours to enhance Millwall's reputation day after day, year after year. Fans clash during Norwich win over Millwall with police and stewards 230K subscribers Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before the club's match against Derby. Interim Rams boss Rooney said: Its a sad thing to happen, a shame. Millwall fans booed after players took the knee ahead of their Championship clash with Derby, Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March, Millwall booing BLM https://t.co/NJ0v2UU7At, In response, the FA said in a statement: 'The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.'. Sheffield United are looking to put Wednesday evening's defeat to Middlesbrough behind them when they travel to Millwall this weekend. As players from both teams bent down on one knee in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement, boos and jeers rang around the stadium from the Millwall fans.
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