The England Lionesses have issued a strong statement condemning the racist online abuse aimed at defender Jess Carter after their recent Euro 2025 qualifier. The team expressed solidarity with Carter and called for urgent measures to tackle discrimination in football.
Outrage Over Online Abuse
Jess Carter, a key player in the Lionesses' squad, was targeted with vile racist messages on social media following the match. The abuse has sparked widespread outrage, with teammates, fans, and football authorities rallying behind her.
Team Stands United
In a collective show of support, the Lionesses released a statement denouncing the attacks. "We stand with Jess and all players who face such abhorrent abuse," the statement read. "Football must be a safe space for everyone, and we urge social media platforms and governing bodies to take decisive action."
Calls for Stronger Action
The incident has reignited calls for stricter regulations against online abuse in sport. Campaigners argue that current measures are insufficient to protect players, particularly women and people of colour, from targeted harassment.
The Football Association (FA) has pledged to investigate the abuse and work with social media companies to identify the perpetrators. Meanwhile, fans have launched online campaigns to show support for Carter, using hashtags like #NoToRacism and #StandWithJess.
