Kick It Outs Troy Townsend calls for racists to face jail time after another weekend of football shame

Kick It Outs Troy Townsend calls for racists to face jail time after another weekend of football shame
Kick It Out campaigner Troy Townsend has called on authorities to put racist football fans behind bars following more disgraceful scenes on the weekend.A Brentford supporter was arrested for racially abusing Derby midfielder Duane Holmes, while police are also investigating a sickening message sent to Wigan wing back Nathan Byrne on social media.Northampton have also revealed that a number of their first-team squad were abused ahead of their game at Notts County as they went on a pre-match walk.Holmes reported the abuse during Derby’s 3-3 draw at Griffin Park3
Holmes reported the abuse during Derby’s 3-3 draw at Griffin Park
Last week an amateur cup game was abandoned when one player was abused, which came days after Juventus teenager Moise Kean was targeted by Cagliari fans.The problem appears to be worsening with each passing week, and Townsend insists it wont stop unless serious action is taken.
Danny Rose reveals racism in football has made him look forward to the day he retires
Some of it has nothing to do with the game. Some of it is just downright offensive to the point that some of these people need to be arrested and locked up until they do understand the impact of what theyre saying, he told talkSPORT.I applaud the players who are taking a stance and not just accepting it. Players have been let down for the longest period of time because of the actions within the game are not strong enough.Meanwhile, Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha shared a tweet which described him as a ‘diving monkey’ and Townsend argues that social media serves to fuel racism.Ive seen a statement from Twitter which says they take this stuff seriously, but obviously they dont, Townsend added.Zaha was abused after he won a penalty against Newcastle3
Zaha was abused after he won a penalty against Newcastle
The threatening and racist language should highlight to anyone that you cannot have a platform which serves opinions like it does and then puts out statements which say it takes this stuff really seriously.If those social media platforms are not going to recognise the racial hatred that is being groomed on their platforms, then we can talk all we want but no action will ever get taken.And Townsend believes it is only a matter of time before players decide enough is enough.

LIVE ON talkSPORT

talkSPORT is your home of live football! Here's what's coming up on talkSPORT and talkSPORT 2...
  • Preston vs Leeds (Tuesday, 7:45pm) – talkSPORT 2
  • Birmingham vs Sheffield United (Wednesday, 7:45pm) – talkSPORT 2
  • Slavia Prague vs Chelsea (Thursday, 8pm) – talkSPORT 2
  • Manchester United vs West Ham (Saturday, 5:30pm) – talkSPORT
  • Leeds vs Sheffield Wednesday (Saturday, 5:30pm) – talkSPORT 2
  • Wigan vs Norwich (Sunday, 12pm) – talkSPORT 2
  • Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (Sunday, 2:05pm) –talkSPORT
He continued: The strength of the players is at its highest. I honestly dont think we are that far away from players doing what I think they should do and walking off the pitch.Its great us talking about Montenegro, we all come out in force when it happens in Montenegro to our national side.But we tend to hide it when its happening in our own country. We tend to delay things or hope its gone away. The players arent allowing that anymore.Nathan Byrne received racist abuse on Twitter3
Nathan Byrne received racist abuse on Twitter
Were not far away from players going, Weve asked you, you havent done anything. If the authorities wont do anything, well just take the matter into our own hands and walk off a football pitch.Itll be a sad day for a game, but ultimately it may be the moment where the focus is on everyone to stop talking and start taking action.

Tottenham vs Chelsea can be heard live on talkSPORT!

West Ham United news: Pablo Zabaleta believes a 'weak mentality' will stop Hammers qualifying for Europa League A European place could be up for grabs for the team who finishes seventh By Josh
West Ham United news: Pablo Zabaleta believes a 'weak

The Uruguayan midfielder lost his appeal in midweek as he attempted to avoid a three-game ban for his tackle on Danny Rose in the north London derby. He may be cheap but hes now unable to gain points for you.

bring it in 'When VAR arrives, Liverpool will get relegated': Fans fume after Mohamed Salah scores from offside position against Bournemouth
'When VAR arrives, Liverpool will get relegated': Fans fume
hollywoodadviser.com/when-var-arrives-liverpool-will-get-relegated-fans-fume-after-mohamed-salah-scores-from-offside-position-against-bournemouth/
'When VAR arrives, Liverpool will get relegated': Fans fume after Mohamed Salah scores from offside position against Bournemouth.
'When VAR arrives, Liverpool will get relegated': Fans fume
videoassistantreferees.co.uk/var/when-var-arrives-liverpool-will-get-relegated-fans-fume-after-mohamed-salah-scores-from-offside-position-a-talksport/
'When VAR arrives, Liverpool will get relegated': Fans fume after Mohamed Salah scores from offside position a - talkSPORT Salah was in an offside position.
Fans fume after Mohamed Salah scores from offside position

Ginola required a quadruple bypass to save his life

Rafael Van der Vaart scores against Arsenal in April 2011 (Image: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images). The now retired midfielder returned to the club last weekend to play in the new stadium as part of the Spurs Legends squad and he admits he has always felt he had unfinished business in north London after leaving for Hamburg when Andre Villas-Boas became manager.
Ledley King outlines who can make the difference in final two

Kompany struck an incredible shot from distance to seal Man City a vital victory
Transfer news and football gossip: Naby Keita to leave

Rice celebrates his winning goal against the Gunners

Transfer news and football gossip: Chelsea, Liverpool and Man United stars still wanted by Real Madrid, Tottenham to 'spend £150m' this summer, Diego Costa in trouble with Atletico Madrid.
Chelsea, Liverpool and Man United stars still wanted by Real

N’Golo Kante celebrates with Ross Barkley

Romelu Lukaku, Anthony Martial and Alexis Sanchez back for Man Utd vs Bournemouth Belgian has missed the past week on compassionate leave and hasn't played in either of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's
Manchester United team news: Romelu Lukaku, Alexis Sanchez

Adama Diomande had a beer poured over his head after scoring a last minute winner
Arsenal home AND away kit 2019/20: Leaked pictures of adidas

Mourinho’s Old Trafford reign has come to an end

Liverpool 4-0 Newcastle: Mohamed Salah strikes in easy win for Reds - 5 talking points. Liverpool reached the half way stage of the season not only top of the Premier League, but also with the
Fans go wild over Mohamed Salah's wonder goal against Chelsea

Donny van de Beek scored the only goal as Ajax stunned Spurs in the first leg

Christchurch shooting: Victims of mosque attack to be remembered before England vs Czech Republic Euro 2020 qualifier The Football Association announced via Twitter that a tribute will be paid to
~ Christchurch shooting: Victims of mosque attack to be

A brawl and racist chanting marred the FA Cup clash

N'Golo Kante with 8 goals/assists in the PL this season, one more than Mesut Ozil and Dele Alli. The true playmaker. Chelsea finished in fourth place in the Premier League this season, and the
Incredible N'Golo Kante stats prove Chelsea midfielder is the

Alberto Moreno battles for possession

Unai Emery's focus must be on fixing Arsenal's defensive woes in January And with Arsenal being Arsenal, injuries are bound to happen, making versatility an even more important attribute
Arsenal Injury update | Latest Injury update on Koscielny and

It was a derby day to remember in Seville

Maurizio Sarri fears Arsenal have one advantage over Chelsea in Europa League final | Metro News. Maurizio Sarri admits he is not completely happy with Chelsea's preparation ahead of the Europa League final against Arsenal due to their post-season friendly in the United States before they travel to Baku.
Chelsea - Top News Sources - 23 October 2018
atomicsoda.com/chelsea/news/top-sources/23-oct-2018/eintracht-frankfurt-v-chelsea
Chelsea vs BATE Borisov: Predictions, live stream, betting tips, TV channel - Europa League 2018-19 preview London Evening Standard - Tue Oct 23 5:51 PM Jose Mourinho slams Chelsea atmosphere after Man United draw
Chelsea - Top News Sources - 24 October 2018
atomicsoda.com/chelsea/news/top-sources/24-oct-2018/eintracht-frankfurt-v-chelsea
Complete listing of Chelsea news from selected major news sources (Sky Sports, BBC, Telegraph, Guardian, Mirror), organized by match and date. Chelsea - Top News Sources - 24 October 2018 ARSENAL
Chelsea - LineNews.in

Post a Comment

0 Comments