"It is important we do not tolerate or accept the actions of the mindless few.". The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0 defeat to Wayne Rooney's Derby. #61. "They've had to put that to the back of their minds for the 90 minutes but I'm sure it's something they were thinking about.". 'The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. Pictured: Patrick Hutchinson is pictured carrying Millwall fan to safety in the midst of clashes with anti-racism protesters in London on June 13 in one of the iconic images of the Black Lives Matter protests. "We are disappointed that a small group of supporters have today chosen to voice their opposition to such activities directly aimed at raising awareness of the fight against racism.". Piers explained that nobody is forced to take the knee in a democracy and that it would be nice if those who did choose to protest against racial injustice werent booed by racist morons. The outspoken personalities got into a Twitter clash on Sunday while discussing the horrific incident that took place during the Millwall and Derby football game this weekend. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 18:31, 4 MAR 2023. It is the 1938 England football association position you are mocking Piers. However, several players and pundits took to social media to condemn the fans and call for action to be taken. Sanjay Bhandari said: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. '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. Even more disturbing it sounded like the majority of fans to me. Fans booing at full-time and some left after third goal? "More on this story: https://t.co/SCap9J1hYZ pic.twitter.com/xETM4W5oHB, Lions fans are no strangers to controversy. Ben Davies. "We need to look at these instances of prejudice and racism and what it does is move things forward," he said. I am sick to death of talking about this situation. He told Sky Sports: "I'm disappointed that we are talking about that when we should be talking about the fact we are all back and we want to enjoy the football match again. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. . While former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford called for the EFL to intervene, saying they 'have to be strong. A section of Millwall FC fans booed players who chose to take a knee. A 1977 BBC documentary about the widely feared Millwall Bushwackers, a gang of hooligans known for attacking opposing fans, showed how ingrained antisocial behavior was in the culture of the club, which it linked to the National Front, a far right-wing British political party. Peckham Lion said: I do remember my first game without my old man. Millwall's match with Derby on. Which duo has the most goal contributions in Europe this season? The same season we beat the Nigels, Chelsea and Leicester before losing at Luton. '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. Do you stand in condemnation of every one of those men and their lives aswell? West Brom and Millwall fans got themselves in a massive punch-up at The Hawthorns during the two sides' encounter on Saturday. "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. Players in the Premier League now wear 'No Room for Racism' while EFL shirts bear the message 'Not Today or Any Day' in support of their ongoing campaign against all forms of discrimination. The return of spectators was overshadowed by the pre-match incident. 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The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans. 230K subscribers Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before the club's match against Derby. Proud of the club. "Prior to the match, we were aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the BLM campaign, but nothing prepared us for what we heard. It offended me, the players and everyone who works for this club. "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. "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. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. ', He added that it 'made me proud to wear this shirt with the boys today!!!'. It is an enormous shame that the Millwall fans who booed their players for 'taking a knee' in support of Black Lives Matter last week were not better acquainted with one of the British BLM. Millwall-supporting hooligans eventually became so notorious that they have been featured in several television shows and films in the U.K. and abroad, including 2005s Green Street Hooligans.. 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. It was against Enfield in the fa cup, December 1984. It feels like it falls on deaf ears. "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. The role became vacant after previous incumbent Greg Clarke resigned last month, having used what he admitted was "unacceptable" language when referring to black players while appearing before the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee via video link. "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.". The fans today have disrespected not just me, but the football club. 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.'. "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. So when these negative things happen in football or in society it brings people together and that is actually the message in taking the knee. Rosenior was encouraged by the positive reaction of supporters at Chelsea and Tottenham, following the incident at Millwall, to players taking the knee. Published: 10:59 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 17:26 GMT, 6 December 2020. "The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters," they said. Moyes added that he 'understands' fans chanting that he should be sacked . The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened" by the booing. Millwall bossGary Rowett said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney said it was 'surprising'. Millwall fans have booed their own players for taking the knee at 'The Den' today. Derby's interim boss Wayne Rooney said the booing was 'very surprising', Before the game, Millwall's players signalled their intent to continue taking the knee until the New Year. Sport. @DavidMercerSky, Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. ", Cousin of Black Lives Matter founder died after being repeatedly tasered by police - as bodycam footage released, Boris Johnson had 'problem' responding to race report due to his 'bad track record', peer claims, Hate crimes recorded in England and Wales reach record high. Fans returned to The . Yesterday at 5:52 PM. Millwall have released a statement saying they are "dismayed and saddened" after some fans booed players for taking the knee ahead of Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Derby County. The Rams then moved off the foot of the table with a goal from Jason Knight in the 69th minute. I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. 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. And while none responded en masse the way Millwall supporters did to the players silent protest, it wasnt a totally isolated incident; a few scattered boos could be heard from fans of West Ham Millwalls historic rival before the Hammers Premier League clash with Manchester United. Roared on by 2,000 fans - and what a great sight it was - the game got underway with The Lions creating most of the attacking play. Before the game, the first team reaffirmed their support for the anti-racist act. "We have a lot of really good people who want the best for every member of our society. Share the love. The English Football Association condemned the behaviour in a statement on Saturday, and acting Derby County boss Wayne Rooney said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to see. But they sparked an anti-discrimination row after their vocal protest from the stands. December 7, 2020 - 10:58AM Fans of English Championship club Millwall booed as players took a knee in support of the fight against racial injustice. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Fuck Millwall and any fans that boo. Proud of the result. It certainly didnt condemn it quite the contrary, in fact. Kick It Out's Troy Townsend joins Super Sunday Matchday to reflect on conversations with Millwall last night after their supporters' reaction to players taking a knee Watch Super Sunday Matchday now on Sky Sports News pic.twitter.com/Cc2OouqmOU. The players, staff and match officials all took a knee at the start of the match between. Good Morning Britain airs weekdays at 6am on ITV. 'It is purely about tackling discrimination, as has been the case throughout. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "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. and take serious action against this'. The Millwall miscreants that call themselves fans made headlines over the weekend for booing the players who kneeled before kickoff ahead of the club's match against Derby County. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. When both sets of players made the now customary anti-racism gesture, there were. Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards, who is black, described the booing as an 'absolute disgrace' in a tweet after the match where he expressed pride in taking a stand against racism. Their actions have been greeted with criticism with videos of the incident doing the rounds on social media. 08 January 2022. 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. Laurence then questioned which football team Piers stands in moral judgement on, adding that its a complex argument. Derby boss Wayne Rooney, whose side won Saturday's game 1-0, said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. I thought we started the game well and created . Because you read about The Lions added they are committed to doing it to "be a force for good". 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'. 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. "We were made aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign," said the former Everton and Manchester United player. No commitment. And organisation Kick it Out, added: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee at Millwall. Rod Liddle is associate editor of The Spectator. The fans have been let back in which the whole team was looking forward to but in society there is a problem. 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. The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0. 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. Former England captain Rooney, whose side won Saturday's game 1-0, said afterwards it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. Anti-racism campaign Kick It Out said: 'We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans for the first time this season after the second national lockdown was lifted. '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.'. "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players . 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American football player Colin Kaepernick started kneeling symbolically during the pre-game national anthem in the NFL in 2016, in protest at police violence against African-Americans in the United States. The Black Lives Matter slogan also appeared on football players' shirts. The Football Association and anti-discrimination body Kick It Out have condemned the booing. The comments below have not been moderated. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. ', 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.'. 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. 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. Millwall fans booed as players took the knee ahead of their game against Derby Supporters returned to The Den for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak The club issued a statement. ", 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. Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari said he was "saddened" by the booing and praised the teams for "defying the hate" shown by some members of the crowd. 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. 2,000 supporters were. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee. Speaking to Het Nieuwsblad, Onana pointed to his relationship with fans and his performances when . "I've heard a lot of people say that football shouldn't be a vehicle for change in society but it absolutely 100% is. Trevor Sinclair, who was sacked by the BBC for racially abusing a police officer while being arrested for drink driving in 2018, slammed the Millwall fans. Speaking to theBBC, he added: 'There are 2,000 so you can pinpoint the people going. 'It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. "The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. Millwall Football Club have finally released a statement following an incident which saw their supporters boo their own players for taking a knee in solidarity of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement. Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before Saturday's game against Rooney's Derby at The Den. 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Infantino visited London this weekend for the . Hes made clear that he believes abandoning the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill is a terrible idea and says he will find it very hard to vote for his successors measure. Sportspeople across the world have chosen to kneel before games in support of Black Lives Matter. Plenty of BAME commentators have said that 'taking the knee' is no longer the correct way to move forward. Millwall fans boo their own players for kneeling Ever since English teams returned to the field last summer after an unplanned, months-long break caused by the coronavirus pandemic, players,. Millwall fans group says booing players taking a knee was not racist A statement from the Millwall Supporters' Club on Sunday, however, said the boos were aimed at the 'Black Lives Matter'. 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. Coventry are another team who have opted not to take a knee this season. "Look at the actions of Marcus Rashford recently and what he's done to implement change. Up to 2,000 fans were allowed into stadiums across England on Saturday, marking the first time since the pandemic began in March that any spectators were permitted to attend games in person. ", Ex-Chelsea ace Costa carried off with serious-looking injury for Wolves vs Spurs, Cherries take shock lead at Arsenal after 9 SECONDS with 'kick-off glitch', Moment Aston Villa's Leon Bailey inhales 'laughing gas' after all night party, 'Professional boxer' Paul teases announcement with hilarious video after Fury loss, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. "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.". "It must've been really, really difficult proudly wearing a Millwall shirt to hear supporters boo something that you believe in, which is not a political message, let's make this absolutely clear. I am sick to death of talking about this situation. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. "What this demonstrates is that platers are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. 'The club do an enormous amount of work on anti-racism and the club do a lot of work in the community and there is some really positive stuff, so of course I am disappointed.'. Glittering drama based on the audacious Brinks-Mat security depot heist, A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty. I feel really low probably the lowest Ive felt in my time at this club.. Not all teams continue to take the knee before games, with Queens Park Rangers' director of football Les Ferdinand saying the impact of the stance had been 'diluted'. Dont think you come to this ground and spread hatred. 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. "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. '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. A video is currently doing the rounds appearing to show the sets of supporters clashing during the game, with fists thrown with intent to hurt. "It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. The comments below have not been moderated. Speaking to Sky Sports, McAnuff believes that the supporters in question are 'opposing equality' by the act . 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Sky Sports News. No one condones that behaviour. Further comments from yesterday's game. pic.twitter.com/7T25MmMDwI. As the years have gone on it's the away black players that are racially abused by. "There are 2,000 so you can pinpoint the people going. Do not sell or share my personal information. 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. He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. "How do these fans get allocated to the games?" 'I absolutely do feel that Millwall should have put something out yesterday to stand by those players who are hurt. The world order is changing in his favour, The sinister rise of drag shows for children, Prince Harry and Gabor Mat are a match made in heaven, The problem with the BBCs Manchester bombing coverage. But the raging few were booed by a larger . Despite seeing his first victory as interim manager of Derby, the 35-year-old expressed his disdain with the section of Lions supporters in an interview with TalkSPORT after . As recently as last year, an Everton fan was slashed across the face with a knife as Millwall fans clashed with Everton supporters before an FA Cup loss at the Den. "I know that footballers are role models in their communities and that's something where, at the very top, we can affect things the best we can and appoint the very right person for the job moving forward.". Millwall lost the match 1-0 as former England star Rooney claimed his first win as Derby's interim boss.
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