England defender Jess Carter has opened up about the racist abuse she faced after the Lionesses' historic Women's Euro 2022 triumph, urging social media platforms and authorities to take stricter measures against online hate.
The 26-year-old footballer, who played a key role in England's victorious campaign, revealed she was targeted with vile messages following the tournament. Carter described the abuse as "disgusting" and called for accountability from those responsible.
A Growing Problem in Women's Football
This incident highlights the increasing issue of online abuse in women's football, despite the sport's growing popularity. Carter's experience follows similar cases involving other high-profile players who've faced discrimination after major tournaments.
The Chelsea defender stressed the need for platforms to implement better safeguards: "It's 2023 - this shouldn't still be happening. We need proper verification systems and real consequences for people who spread hate."
Football's Response to Discrimination
The Football Association has condemned the abuse and reiterated its commitment to fighting discrimination in the sport. A spokesperson stated: "We stand with Jess and all players who face this unacceptable behaviour. We're working with social media companies and authorities to identify offenders."
This case has reignited calls for stricter regulation of online platforms, with many fans and pundits demanding action to protect players from abuse.
