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OUT OF BOUNDS: Megan Rapinoe slams the new IOC policy limiting women’s events to biological females based on sex testing. "This committee is framing it as based in science, which it’s not," she said. "This will ultimately just prevent people from competing within the women’s category that they feel like they have an unfair advantage. It’s just really hateful."
"I'm not massively happy with it..." 😬 Spurs fans, how do you feel about Roberto De Zerbi? 🤨
"I'm not massively happy with it..." 😬 Spurs fans, how do you feel about Roberto De Zerbi? 🤨
From all of us at the Fulham Lillies we support you and stand alongside you in pushing for football to be better for women and girls across the game.
🚨🗣️ Roberto De Zerbi addressing concerns from #Tottenham fans with comments made at Marseille: "I have never wanted to downplay the issue of violence against women, or violence against anyone more broadly. In my life I have always stood up for those who are more vulnerable, more fragile. I've consistently fought and taken a stand to be on the side of those who are most at risk. Those of you who know me well, will know I'm not the type of person who makes compromises to win more games or to win an extra title. I'm sorry if this offended anyone's feelings with this subject matter - I have a daughter and I'm very sensitive to these things, and I always have been. I hope that over time people will get to know me better and will understand that at that moment I didn't mean to take a stance.
Trust statement on the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi: buff.ly/BMelrcN
Trust statement on the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi: buff.ly/BMelrcN
@GaryRWard Absolutely they should have done. They never asked me either. As far as I'm concerned they do NOT speak for me. They suddenly become all holier than thou when the club don't listen to them & why should they? I've cancelled my subscription as I've now realised how pious they are!
Trust statement on the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi: buff.ly/BMelrcN
🗣️ Statement from @THSTOfficial following the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi. "We note the Club’s announcement of the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi to the Manager role. "While we recognise the limited pool of managers with recent Premier League experience, and the need to act with urgency as Spurs face the prospect of relegation, this appointment raises serious and far-reaching concerns, and many fans have been in touch with us to urge us to communicate the strength of feeling. We raised these concerns directly with the Club prior to its announcement. "The Club has previously committed to challenging instances of violence against women and girls and acting with integrity and upholding its values when faced with any incidents. "De Zerbi’s comments about Mason Greenwood were unnecessary, ill-judged, and deeply offensive to a significant number of supporters and, without doubt, will have left victims of male violence alarmed. "We believe these statements, left unchecked, will create a divide among supporters at a time when we all need to be pulling together to back the team. "It is concerning that the Club would put us in this position right when the team needs fans the most. Fans are rallying behind the “All Together, Always” initiative, and this appointment places heavy strain on that unity. If those remarks reflect his genuine views, they cast a troubling shadow over the values of the Club we love. "The Club must reassert its commitment to the values that fans hold dear – chief among them equality, respect, and integrity. Any perceived sympathy toward alleged perpetrators of physical or sexual violence against women fundamentally undermines trust in the custodianship of this Club. "With this appointment, communications from the Club and from Mr De Zerbi must clearly and unequivocally reaffirm these values. Furthermore, those words must be backed by meaningful action, including visible and sustained support for women’s charities and organisations working to combat violence against women. "Our preference would have been for a short-term appointment of an individual or individuals who understand the Club and can lead the players in the seven battles to come. There would then have been an opportunity in the summer to attract a wide range of potential applicants with a track record of success in inspiring fans and players: candidates who could lead and develop sustained success for the team, for seasons to come. "The Club has chosen otherwise. We will continue to support efforts to get behind the team and play our part in preserving the Club’s Premier League status but it is understandable that many fans will do so with a heavy heart."
