The Football Association (FA) has slammed the 'disgusting' racial abuse directed at members of the England women's team after their heartbreaking defeat in the World Cup final against Spain.
In a powerful statement, the FA confirmed that several players, including Lauren James, Alessia Russo, and Mary Earps, were targeted online following the 1-0 loss in Sydney. The governing body vowed to support the affected players and urged social media platforms to take stronger action against perpetrators.
FA's Firm Stance Against Abuse
The FA declared: 'We stand with our players and condemn all forms of discrimination. This behaviour has no place in football or society.' The statement highlighted the need for social media companies to improve their response to such incidents.
Support from Fans and Teammates
Fans and fellow players have rallied around the Lionesses, flooding social media with messages of support. Captain Millie Bright praised her team's resilience, saying: 'No one should face abuse for representing their country. We stand together against hate.'
The incident has reignited calls for stricter measures against online abuse in football, with many demanding that platforms implement better verification systems and quicker response times to reports of discrimination.
