England and Chelsea defender Jess Carter has bravely addressed the racist abuse she and her teammates faced following the Lionesses' recent Euro 2025 qualifiers. The 26-year-old footballer emphasised the importance of solidarity in the face of discrimination, urging authorities to take stronger action.
Carter, who has been a key player for both club and country, revealed the toll such incidents take on players. "It's heartbreaking to still see this happening in 2024," she said. "We're here to play football and represent our country, yet some people still focus on the colour of our skin."
Team Unity Against Discrimination
The defender praised her teammates, including star forward Lauren James, for their unwavering support. "When one of us faces abuse, we all feel it," Carter explained. "The bond in this squad is unbreakable - we stand together against any form of discrimination."
Calls for Stronger Action
Carter joined growing calls for social media platforms and football authorities to implement stricter measures against online abuse. "These platforms need to do better at protecting players," she insisted. "Verbal abuse shouldn't be part of the game we love."
The Lionesses have become known for their activism off the pitch as well as their success on it, with Carter emerging as a powerful voice in the fight against racism in women's football.
