Millwall Football Club says it is "dismayed and saddened" by its fans booing players when they took the knee yesterday in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. As the years have gone on it's the away black players that are racially abused by. I am sick to death of talking about this situation. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee. Derbys black striker Kazim-Richards branded the jeering an absolute disgrace. "The impact of such incidents is felt not just by the players and management, but by those who work throughout the club and in its Academy and Community Trust, where so many staff and volunteers continue passionate endeavours to enhance Millwall's reputation day after day, year after year. 'I know this is not them and Steve was hurting. Their actions have been greeted with criticism with videos of the incident doing the rounds on social media. ", Ex-England and West Ham United player Trevor Sinclair said: "Reality is Millwall fans booing players taking a knee doesn't surprise many!". "Yesterday I witnessed the disgraceful and mindless behaviour by a large section of the Millwall supporters in the stadium," Rooney wrote in a social media post. However, the return of spectators was overshadowed by the pre-match incident. And organisation Kick it Out, added: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee at Millwall. Since October 17, 2018, Brno Daily has been listed in Google News as a reliable local source of news in English. "The fight for racial equality continues and we will continue to work closely with clubs across the country to tackle discrimination in all its forms. Footballers have been taking a knee at the start of matches since football resumed in June as part of global sporting protests against racial injustice, police brutality and systemic discrimination against black people. He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. Players, officials and staff at Premier League and English Football League games have been taking a knee pre-match since football restarted in June in order to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement for racial equality. Derby interim boss Rooney, who secured his first win in charge of the Rams with a 1-0 success at The Den, said: 'With everything that has been going on in recent months, it was very surprising. ', Millwall boss Gary Rowett (left) said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney (right) said it was 'surprising', The Premier League and EFL made the decision to replace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has been hijacked by extremists. No commitment. "Having to say this is a pain," Kazim-Richards said. However, the Premier League and EFL made the decision toreplace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has beenhijacked by extremists. I don't even like talking about the matter. 'The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters and what should have been a positive and exciting occasion was completely overshadowed, much to the immense disappointment and upset of those who have contributed to those efforts. There are no excuses. Millwall boss Gary Rowett said he was frustrated that the return of fans had been overshadowed. Coventry are another team who have opted not to take a knee this season. Fofana scored Chelsea's first goal in almost a month. 2,000 supporters were. 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. Former England striker and Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker wrote on Twitter: "Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee. Millwall supporters booed their own players while they took the knee in support of the fight against racism at The Den this afternoon. The role became vacant after previous incumbent. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 'The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. "The fight for racial equality continues and we will continue to work closely with clubs across the country to tackle discrimination in all its forms. Went with a load of mates from Peckham, Lewisham, Hither green and Catford. Professional clubs in England have taken a knee before kickoff in matches to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but the game at The Den was marred by supporters booing players. Its happened before Appeasement is the incorrect choice, the actor captioned the photo. Players and officials have been taking a knee since June to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. ', Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. 'It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. The professionalism of the players on both sides throughout the game was a credit to our profession after such an incident. The broadcast journalist then claimed to have invited Laurence onto Good Morning Britain six weeks ago but he pulled out at the last minute. "The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. There was widespread condemnation on Saturday of the behaviour of Millwall supporters who marked their return to the Den by booing as players took a knee before their Championship match against. I May Destroy You star Michaela Coel joins for his new series, The England captain talks VAR, fans returning and Justin Bieber. West Brom and Millwall fans got themselves in a massive punch-up at The Hawthorns during the two sides' encounter on Saturday. "It says to me that a minority of Millwall fans are spoiling it for a club that is going in the right direction with a tag they have had for years and years and they are trying to eradicate it.". 'Over the coming days, club, Academy and Community Trust staff will meet with Kick It Out and representatives from other appropriate bodies in an attempt to use Saturday's events as a catalyst for more rapid solutions which have an impact both in the short and long-term. As players from both teams bent down on one knee in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement, boos and jeers rang around the stadium from the Millwall fans. Saturday's game should have been a joyous occasion as2,000 supporters were permitted to attend the game for the first time since lockdown, caused by the coronavirus, started in March. But that apparently didnt sit well with fans of London club Millwall, who used their first trip back the clubs stadium, the Den, to let both Derbys players and their own that they didnt appreciate the demonstration: Millwall fans boo as players take the knee.Loud booing could be heard when players from both teams took the knee in support of #BlackLivesMatter movement before kick off, with at least one supporter heard shouting "get up! Millwall's match with Derby on Saturday was the first time their supporters were able to watch from the stands since the coronavirus pandemic halted games in March. 'Taking the knee, for us, is in no way representative of any agreement with political messaging or ideology. Ahead of the clash manager Gary Rowett and the players released a statement that read: "We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination. Unlike the majority of clubs in the EFL, Millwall players have decided to stop taking the knee prior to their matches. Following the match, the Football Association (FA) said it "strongly condemns" supporters who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. "It was something we had prepared for but I'd be lying if I didn't say there are players who perform for us and their performances were affected by those supporters. Do not sell or share my personal information. The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans. The EFL decided to allow individual players and teams in the Football League to make their own decision on whether to continue taking the knee while the gesture still takes place in the Premier League. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Forward Callum Harriott, who scored the winner, later called the booing "ridiculous" and said it left him "absolutely disappointed". 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today. @DavidMercerSky, Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. The pair were embroiled in another row earlier this week after Piers criticised Laurence for breaking lockdown rules by having friends over to his house for lunch. Fans at Saturday's EFL Championship match between Millwall and Derby County booed as the players took a knee to protest against racism after the opening whistle. Millwall fans who booed players taking the knee are hiding behind a racist lie A selection of supporters inside the Den on Saturday booed when players from Millwall and Derby knelt on the. Absolute disgrace.. pic.twitter.com/lVsdb1KUpa, Colin Kazim-Richards (@ColinKazim) December 5, 2020, Marquee Gonzaga-Baylor game postponed due to COVID-19, How Steelers 2020 draft class is fueling unbeaten season, Davis admits injuries played role in $190M deal with Lakers, Obamas high school hoops jersey fetches $192K at auction, English soccer fans were allowed back into stadiums. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. But what kind of mugs do they think the rest of us are? Laurence Fox has offered to appear on Good Morning Britain tomorrow to continue his heated debate with Piers Morgan over the Millwall fans who booed players kneeling for Black Lives Matter. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Tweeting after the game, Derby County first team coach Liam Rosenior said: 'Proud of the team. English soccer fans were allowed back into stadiums for the first time in almost a year on Saturday, but Millwall supporters didnt even make it to kickoff of the second-tier clubs match against Derby County before lustily booing both teams for taking a knee to call attention to systemic racism. Millwall fans have booed their own players for taking the knee at 'The Den' today. "There is much work to be done and at Millwall everyone is committed to doing all that is possible, both individually and collectively, to be a force for good and to ensure that the club remains at the forefront of football's anti-discrimination efforts.". Plenty of BAME commentators have said that 'taking the knee' is no longer the correct way to move forward. That is racism. 'I don't want to say much about it, but all I can say is everyone at Derby County Football Club, we obviously took the knee, and no one condones that behaviour. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 'Having to say this is a pain,' Kazim-Richards said, 'but I'll say it every single damn time this is why I STAND and STAND PROUD and I have to say every single person involved with (Derby) did too. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Millwall players take a knee before kick-off against Derby. Some Millwall supporters booed when players from both sides took a knee before the Sky Bet Championship match, which Derby won 1-0. . Proud of the staff. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. The Football Association and anti-discrimination body Kick It Out have also condemned the booing. The jeering happened at the . It is time and time and time again. Millwall's own black players were called every racist name under the sun despite wearing our shirt with pride. Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before Saturday's game against Rooney's Derby at The Den. The comments below have not been moderated. The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0. It is the 1938 England football association position you are mocking Piers. Millwall, who have spent decades attempting to improve their reputation after incidents of racial abuse from the stands, issued a statement shortly after Eustice's remarks saying they were "dismayed and saddened" by the boos. Speaking to Sky Sports, McAnuff believes that the supporters in question are 'opposing equality' by the act . Protests were seen across the UK, with one of the most iconic images showing Black Lives Matter protester Patrick Hutchinson carrying Millwall fan Bryn Male to safety in London on June 13. "It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. While former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford called for the EFL to intervene, saying they 'have to be strong. Millwall's match was among the first in England to welcome fans back to the stadium in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, which had locked fans out of matches since March. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Kick It Out said in a statement on Saturday: 'We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. "More on this story: https://t.co/SCap9J1hYZ pic.twitter.com/xETM4W5oHB, Lions fans are no strangers to controversy. 'I don't even like talking about the matter. According to the Atheltic, the Derby players held a meeting at half time and where they decided to use their anger at the boos as motivation to win the game. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened" after some of their fans booed players taking a knee at the start of Saturday's game against Derby. ', Stan Collymore Tweeted a video of the booing and simply wrote: 'Shock. Can Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga's hottest team, topple Bayern for the title? Millwall fans booed after players took the knee ahead of their Championship clash with Derby, Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March, Millwall booing BLM https://t.co/NJ0v2UU7At, In response, the FA said in a statement: 'The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.'. His club said it was "fully behind any and all of our players and staff who take a stand against any form of discrimination", adding: "We also condemn the behaviours of any supporters that actively voice opposition to those activities.". That's it that's all that gesture is. However, the decision was made toreplace it with 'No Room for Racism' after growing concerns the BLM movement has beenhijacked by extremists. The position was taken by National Football League (NFL) player Colin Kaepernick during the playing of the U.S. national anthem to call attention to racial injustice, and has been adopted by many sports players since. "It is our duty to reinforce the positive messaging. "The players are continuing to use the biggest platform they have to support the drive for change, not just in football but in society generally. 18:31, 4 MAR 2023. A section of Millwall fans BOOED players for taking the knee ahead of their Championship clash against Derby County. 'It is purely about tackling discrimination.'. Sheffield United are looking to put Wednesday evening's defeat to Middlesbrough behind them when they travel to Millwall this weekend. "It is important we do not tolerate or accept the actions of the mindless few.". Proud of the club. A lot of people are being fooled out there. ', Millwall boss Gary Rowett (left) said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney (right) said it was 'surprising', In response, the FA said in a statement: 'The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.'. he said on BBC Final Score. On Sunday, he released a longer statement about the incident and said Derby had been warned before the match about the potential response of some home fans. It has offended me and everyone who works for this club the players and the staff. 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.'. "We need to look at these instances of prejudice and racism and what it does is move things forward," he said. Booing from the stands at the London-based football club was heard after referee Darren England blew his whistle for the players to make the gesture. "We are taking the next appointment extremely seriously in terms of not just what's right for football but what's right for society," said former England Under-21 international Rosenior, who played for a host of clubs, including Fulham, Reading, Hull and Brighton. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. The Black Lives Matter slogan also appeared on football players' shirts. The position was taken by National Football League (NFL) player Colin Kaepernick during the playing of the U.S. national anthem to call attention to racial injustice, and has been adopted by many sports players since. I May Destroy You star Michaela Coel joins for his new series, The England captain talks VAR, fans returning and Justin Bieber. Millwall's fans grabbed the headlines before kick off as they continued to boo the Bluebirds players who took the knee along with their manager and the referee. Pic: Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives Matter movement. Those who booed were condemned by Millwalls club chiefs who said they were saddened and dismayed by the events. Millwalls own black star, Mahlon Romeo, declared: Todays game has become irrelevant. "Look at the actions of Marcus Rashford recently and what he's done to implement change. It feels like it falls on deaf ears. Sanjay Bhandari said: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. Troy Townsend, of Kick It Out, an organisation that campaigns for equality in football, shared his opinion on the events that took place on Saturday, saying he knows there are 'good people at the club' but questioned why they didn't respond earlier. "I don't want to say much about it, but all I can say is everyone at Derby County Football Club, we obviously took the knee, and no one condones that behaviour," Rooney said. The death in Minneapolis of a black man, George Floyd, after a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes sparked protests around the world, with many demonstrators kneeling in streets and squares to protest against racism. Ilias Chair and Bright Osayi-Samuel took the knee in front of Millwall fans after Chair had put QPR ahead in the 53rd minute at Millwall's ground, The Den. 'It is purely about tackling discrimination, as has been the case throughout. The clubsaid they were 'saddened' by events which took place duringMillwall's Championship game with Derby county on Saturday and felt 'disappointed' that the return of fans to their stadium was 'overshadowed'. Ten Hag must learn from Mourinho to ensure Man United's Carabao Cup win is just the start, Raul and Valverde are keeping Madrid prodigy Alvaro's feet on the ground, Man United must make every penny count to beat FFP and continue recovery. No one condones that behaviour. A section of Millwall FC fans booed players who chose to take a knee. In return, Sunak loyalists are muttering, Theresa May is the true villain in this latest Tory Brexit war, Isolating with the ex: Lucy by the Sea, by Elizabeth Strout, reviewed, Hancock and Goves cringeworthy Covid love-in, Is Putin winning? A vocal section of Millwall fans have been branded an "absolute disgrace" for booing as players took the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Say the word.. 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. The Blades were soundly beaten 3-1 in midweek but will be hoping to bounce back at The Den tomorrow. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives Matter movement, Boos ring out as footballers take the knee, Derby's Colin Kazim-Richards raises his right fist as players take the knee ahead of the match, Football fans returned to The Den for the first time since games were halted by coronavirus. He told South London Press: 'What they've done is booed and condemned a peaceful gesture which was put in place to highlight, combat and stop any discriminatory behavior and racism. 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There has been great progress in that campaign and to hear that today is upsetting for a lot of people.. "It is really important that the vast majority of us show respect and support of. Millwall lost the match 1-0 as former England star Rooney claimed his first win as Derby's interim boss. 08 January 2022. He added: 'Taking the knee was very powerful but we feel that impact has now been diluted. If youve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page wed love to hear from you. Cancel any time. The Blues have struggled to create any clear chances in the game, with Joao Felix hitting the crossbar after some good work from Raheem Sterling.. Ben Chilwell has been the main outlet for Graham Potter's side but neither side have been able to find a . "I was proud of my players and staff for not letting the fans deter them from continuing to present a positive and important message that taking the knee immediately before a game sends. It feels like it falls on deaf ears. "But I'll say it every single damn time this is why I STAND and STAND PROUD and I have to say every single person involved with [Derby] did too.". This year, teams and officials have continued to kneel as part of the English soccers No Room For Racism campaign. "We're delighted with the win, that's for sure. "The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters and what should have been a positive and exciting occasion was completely overshadowed, much to the immense disappointment and upset of those who have contributed to those efforts. MILLWALL'S returning fans booed their own players as they took a knee before kick-off. ", He tweeted: "Having to say this is a pain but I'll say it every single damn time - this is why I stand and stand proud and I have to say every single person involved with (Derby County) did too - made me proud to wear this shirt with the boys today. 'The players have come out and said they don't support the political aspect, but they do support the anti-discrimination aspect of it and of course we all do.'. Proud of the players. Millwall's match with Derby on. Wayne Rooney criticised a number of Millwall fans for their "disgraceful and mindless behaviour" before kick-off on Saturday against Derby County, when members of the crowd booed their own players while taking the knee.. Dion Dublin, who played on loan at Millwall, said on BBC's Final Score: "They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they are racist. Taking the knee in sport to protest racial injustice began when NFL star @Kaepernick7 was advised to do it by Green Beret @NateBoyer37 who told him is was something soldiers did to mark their respect for fallen comrades that died in battle. They said staff and volunteers have worked hard to enhance the club's reputation but admits there is still "much work to be done". The chairman of anti-racism organisation Kick It Out applauded the players of Millwall and Derby for "defying the hate shown by some fans" at The Den. Having agreed with the referee's final decision, Steven Warnock has slammed Emerson for exaggerating the push from Ziyech when speaking on Sky Sports' Ref Watch: (7:30 . Peckham Lion said: I do remember my first game without my old man. 4 Millwall fans were involved in a fight in the away end at Cardiff Credit: Rex 4 If you boo you are racist simple. Former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford also criticised the fans, saying: 'What am I seeing at the Millwall game. Ahead of Saturday's game, Millwall's players released a statement signalling their intent to continue doing the gesture before matches until the New Year. 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Millwall Football Club has said it is 'dismayed and saddened' by fans who booed as players took the knee at a game in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.The jeering happened at the start of the team's match against Derby County at The Den, attended by about 2,000 supporters.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/skynews Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/skynews Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skynews Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skynews For more content go to http://news.sky.com and download our apps: Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/sky-news/id316391924?mt=8 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bskyb.skynews.android\u0026hl=en_GBSky News videos are now available in Spanish here/Los video de Sky News estn disponibles en espaol aqu https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzG5BnqHO8oNlrPDW9CYJog Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards described the incident as "an absolute disgrace". Subscribe to leave a comment. As their match against Derby County was about to begin, video footage taken from the ground shows that there were a large number of aggressive boos from the stands as the players knelt down. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Piers slammed the Millwall fans who booed their own Black players and told a follower: Dont you dare pretend the Millwall fans who did that have taken black players to their hearts.

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