Arsenal say increasing diversity a ‘key priority’ after criticism of all-white photo
Arsenal’s 27-strong 2023-24 squad features no black, Asian or ethnic minority players Arsenal say it is a “key priority” to increase diversity after criticism of an all-white women’s squad photo. The photo, posted on Arsenal’s social media earlier this month, included 27 players and head coach Jonas Eidevall. Fans criticised the club for having no […]
Wembley Arch: Criticism of Israel-Gaza response leads Football Association to review tribute lighting
Mark Bullingham (left) has been the Football Association’s chief executive since 2019 Criticism of the Football Association for not lighting up Wembley Stadium’s arch in response to the Israel-Gaza conflict has made it “question whether and when” to light it in future, chief executive Mark Bullingham said. The body faced disapproval for not lighting up […]
England v South Africa: Owen Farrell criticism unfair, says Richard Wigglesworth
Owen Farrell was booed before the game – but was man of the match as England beat Fiji on Sunday Venue: Stade de France, Paris Date: Saturday 21 October Kick-off: 20:00 BST Coverage: Full commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live and live text updates on the BBC Sport website and app. Owen Farrell is unfairly […]
Jordan Henderson: England midfielder says he has to take criticism ‘on the chin’
Jordan Henderson was playing in England for the first time since moving to Saudi Arabia Jordan Henderson says he will play for England as long as he can and has to take criticism “on the chin” after fans booed him in Friday’s 1-0 friendly win over Australia at Wembley. The 33-year-old midfielder, who plays for […]
Jermaine Jenas apologises after posting criticism about referee Rob Jones
Jermaine Jenas officially announced his retirement from football in 2016 Football pundit Jermaine Jenas has apologised for criticising referee Rob Jones, saying he “got it wrong”. Jenas used an abusive term on X, formerly Twitter, and added “they’re [referees] all ruining our game” after Jones awarded Arsenal a penalty in Sunday’s north London derby draw. […]