Kick It Out

Four goals. One mission. Football United. ⚽ Inclusive culture 👥 More representation on the pitch 💼 More coaches and leaders 🤝 Football united against discrimination Read our full strategy ➡️ bit.ly/4grFCnv 🎥 @aaron_coates

Kick It Out and @FA are running research within grassroots football to better understand experiences of serious discipline cases and the reporting process. Help us make grassroots football a safer, more inclusive, and enjoyable place for all. This important survey will close on Thursday 30th April 2026 and you’ll also have the chance to enter a prize draw where you could win one of ten shopping vouchers worth £50. Complete here: bit.ly/4mgB2Lv

The FA and Kick It Out are running research within grassroots football to better understand experiences of serious discipline cases and the reporting process. Help us make grassroots football a safer, more inclusive, and enjoyable place for all.

We're aware of highly offensive and discriminatory homophobic chanting that has been heard within football grounds, specifically during games involving Chelsea. We would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our zero-tolerance approach to such behaviour. 👉 port-vale.co.uk/news/keeping-f… #PVFC | #PVFC150

Happy Passover to all who celebrate. Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday.

Woking Football Club is pleased to confirm the appointment of Jermain Defoe as the club’s new Manager. ♦️

Happy Non-League Day! Hundreds of clubs around the country are ready to celebrate and want to welcome you. There are all kinds of deals and events and many will be raising money for @ProstateUK Head to our match finder to discover what's on near you and be part of it. nonleagueday.co.uk/map/ #NonLeagueDay

Not long to go until this season's #NonLeagueDay. Find your local game: nonleagueday.co.uk/map/

NEW: Footballers impacted by trans policy changes want FAs to listen to their lived experiences and ‘increase transparency’ Report released at start of annual Football v Transphobia Week of Action explores what happened to players affected 👉 sportsmedialgbt.com/transgender-wo… #FvT2026

Kick It Out statement: The sentencing of Nigel Dewale in court today is a testament to Jess Carter’s courage in highlighting the vile abuse she endured and the need for accountability. Like many other players, she wanted action.  The outcome also sends a message that online discrimination has consequences for offenders. It’s vital that football, authorities and government work together to ensure this continues as abuse rises season on season.  Accountability builds trust, trust encourages reporting and reporting drives change.

An FA spokesperson said: “We welcome the decision of the court to hold Nigel Dewale to account for the disgusting messages sent to Jess Carter. “We are determined to assist the police and authorities in ensuring anyone responsible for such vile hate is made to face justice. “We again thank the UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) and the local Dedicated Football Officer for their continued support, and our priority remains providing the care and support our England players need to deal with this ongoing problem."

“The best person for the job.” We hear it all the time in football. But when coaching, senior leadership and board roles don't reflect the local communities many football clubs serve, it raises an important question: are we really giving everyone the same opportunity to succeed? For the first time, FA Rule N data gives us a snapshot of how diverse clubs across English football really are. Transparency is the first step to building a game where everyone has the opportunity to lead. 🔎 See how diverse your club is: bit.ly/47RDIt0

The Lord Ouseley Award recognises those who don’t just thrive in football, but help transform it, carrying forward a legacy built on challenging discrimination and building a game that truly welcomes everyone. Congratulations to those named as Lord Ouseley Leaders 💚

FOOTBALL BLACK LIST 2025 ✨ LORD OUSELEY LEADERS Jessica Creighton | Independent Non-Executive Director at @FAWNL Imani Esmaail | Head of Legal Services at @Wrexham_AFC Debra Nelson | Board Observer for @BarclaysWSL @OmarBerrada | Chief Executive Officer at @ManUtd Paul Elliott CBE MBE | Vice-Chair at @CAFCofficial

A game that welcomes everyone is one where everyone can lead. Huge congratulations to all those recognised in the 2025 Football Blacklist 👏. @FootieBlackList

It’s disgusting to see another report of racial abuse directed towards a player while simply doing their job. Calling out this shameful behaviour takes courage, and Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida should have the support of every fan across the country in aiming to make football a safer place for everyone. This incident and the continued rise in reports of discrimination sent to Kick It Out this season highlight both the scale of the problem and that people are willing to stand up to it. Accountability must follow to show that it will not be tolerated. If you see it or hear it, report it.

Club Statement: Lutsharel Geertruida

#NEWSUN Today’s match between Newcastle United and Sunderland was temporarily paused during the second half after a report of discriminatory abuse from the crowd, directed at Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida. This is in line with the Premier League's on-field anti-discrimination protocol. The incident at St James’ Park will now be fully investigated. We offer our full support to the player and both clubs. Racism has no place in our game, or anywhere in society. We will continue to work with stakeholders and authorities to ensure our stadiums are an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

We stand in solidarity with Ibrahima Konate and all players who are targeted with racist abuse. Reports of online abuse sent to Kick It Out continue to rise. Social media companies have the power to offer more protection to players, to be more proactive, but choose not to. That must change. If you see or hear discrimination, report it.

🌙 Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating! #EidMubarak

⚽️ Moments like this... are now accessible to more people because of spaces like this. 🙌 In 2016, @WatfordFC introduced their award-winning Sensory Room for neurodivergent fans who may struggle to cope in a noisy football stadium. 🤝 We are delighted to support @lpftweets's Unite for Access campaign - a celebration of accessibility and inclusion for disabled football fans. #UniteForAccess