Tired colonial tropes paint Africans as untamed, unrestrained, and lacking in intelligence.
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Two former players in this research team’s study retired early from professional English football because of the traumatic toll of racial abuse.
Racism in football is a reflection of prevailing societal attitudes. When a prominent footballer is racially abused, the impact reaches far beyond the individual.
The extent of the abuse suffered by Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior shows how enduringly unresponsive the country’s legal system, sporting officials and media have been.
Black footballers in the game are given lower scores for technical or cognitive ability than white players.
To tackle the racial stereotyping rife within football commentary, robust education – and uncomfortable conversation – is critical
Two men talking about racism in Britain: one is black, the other white. Guess who was targeted for abuse?
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