230K subscribers Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before the club's match against Derby. The players, staff and match officials all took a knee at the start of the match between. Cancel any time. It needs looking at and addressing. After Saturday's match, Lions boss Gary Rowett 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. However, the decision was made toreplace it with 'No Room for Racism' after growing concerns the BLM movement has beenhijacked by extremists. Dec 6, 2020, 8:12 AM. ', He added that it 'made me proud to wear this shirt with the boys today!!!'. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Coventry are another team who have opted not to take a knee this season. '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. Some boos were also heard when players took the knee at League Two Colchester United's JobServe Community Stadium, before the home side's 2-1 win over Grimsby Town in front of around 1,000 spectators. "What this demonstrates is that platers are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. Anti-racism campaign Kick It Out said: 'We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. But the raging few were booed by a larger . Some players, pundits and fans have condemned the fans' actions while others say the gesture is no longer appropriate. Millwall 's Mahlon Romeo has issued a strong and emotional statement after the club's fans booed both sets of players when they 'took the knee' prior to today's game. Millwall fans boo players for kneeling before soccer game They said staff and volunteers have worked hard to enhance the club's reputation but admits there is still "much work to be done". Advertise with Brno Daily and reach English-speaking community in Brno. The problems became so severe that in the early 1980s the clubs then-owner considered ceasing operations. 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 fans boo players taking the knee before match against Derby 'In the same way 'Clap For Carers' was very emotional for us all, it got to a stage where it had run its natural course and the decision was rightly made to stop it. Millwall fans BOO after players take the knee - Mail Online Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. THE NOTEBOOK: Arsenal are becoming the comeback kings after winning the battle of the American tycoons 'I started to run and didn't really know where I was running to': Mikel Arteta admits he lost his bearings Millwall fans booed as players took the knee ahead of their game against Derby, Do not sell or share my personal information. Like . Rams veteran Colin Kazim-Richards slammed Millwalls boobirds on social media afterward, while also praising his Derby teammates and staffers for standing up for whats right. 'Every time I've played there I've heard a form of racist abuse this has got to stop.'. 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. The cabinet minister George Eustice has been accused of "providing shelter to racists" after he failed to condemn Millwall fans who booed players taking a knee and claimed that backing the Black. The fans today have disrespected not just me, but the football club. "It is important we do not tolerate or accept the actions of the mindless few.". Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards described the incident as "an absolute disgrace". It was pleasing to get the win. "What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. 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. 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. Captaincy chaos and Waldrum ultimatums - Will Nigeria be ready for World Cup. Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before Saturday's game against Rooney's Derby at The Den. "We applaud the players of Millwall and Derby for taking a stand and defying the hate shown by some fans today.". Yesterday at 5:52 PM. FA and EFL condemn Millwall fans for booing as players take a knee There has been great progress in that campaign and to hear that today is upsetting for a lot of people.. We offer many advertising options, see and choose what works best for your business. "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. "We have a lot of really good people who want the best for every member of our society. '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.'. Laurence Fox and Piers Morgan clash over Millwall fans booing BLM ", 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. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. The Premier League have been taken for fools. 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. Proud of the players. 08 January 2022. Its happened before Appeasement is the incorrect choice, the actor captioned the photo. 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. Everyone at Derby has backed taking the knee and will continue to do so. 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. Millwall fans boo thier own players taking the knee When Millwall fans booed players for taking the knee, I felt ashamed West Brom and Millwall fans got themselves in a massive punch-up at The Hawthorns during the two sides' encounter on Saturday. 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As much as I find it distasteful, booing the gesture isn't in itself a racist act; you can't ban fans simply for booing. Moyes added that he 'understands' fans chanting that he should be sacked . View our online Press Pack. 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. Some Millwall supporters booed when players from both sides took a knee before the Sky Bet Championship match, which Derby won 1-0. . Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. Millwall supporters booed their own players while they took the knee in support of the fight against racism at The Den this afternoon. 'What are our plans with this? In a statement, it said: "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. Gary Rowett has been slammed for his comments after Millwall's defeat against Fulham on Tuesday night as he failed to condemn fans for booing the taking of a knee.. "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 Fans Boo Players Taking a Knee for Black Lives Matter I thought Mahlon Romeo's performance [for Millwall] was absolutely outstanding. The broadcast journalist then claimed to have invited Laurence onto Good Morning Britain six weeks ago but he pulled out at the last minute. 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. ", 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. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. The comments below have not been moderated. ", Ex-England and West Ham United player Trevor Sinclair said: "Reality is Millwall fans booing players taking a knee doesn't surprise many!". This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Because you read about Sport. 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. But Rowett and his squad said it was their duty to reinforce the positive messaging in the fight against racism. Following the match, the Football Association (FA) said it "strongly condemns" supporters who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. "The club will not allow their fine work to be in vain. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. However, the day was overshadowed by the fans' response to seeing their side take the knee for the first time in person. 18:31, 4 MAR 2023. 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Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. "We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.". 'No one is more passionate than me about this topic. On players taking a knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, Rowett added: "Is it a political message, is it an anti-discrimination message? The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. and take serious action against this'. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives "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.". Fans booing at full-time and some left after third goal? Since October 17, 2018, Brno Daily has been listed in Google News as a reliable local source of news in English. Do not sell or share my personal information. But what kind of mugs do they think the rest of us are? MILLWALL fans were involved in an away end brawl during Saturday's Championship clash with Cardiff. 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. That match reportedly also featured racist chanting by the home crowd. Millwall FC players take a knee. Play it now! This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The fans have been let back in which the whole team was looking forward to but in society there is a problem. There are no excuses. Facebook; Twitter; Facebook Messenger; Pinterest; Email; Fans at Millwall's home game against Derby booed when players took a knee before the game to support the league's anti-racism message on . Millwall Controversy: Wayne Rooney Slams 'Disgraceful' Fans Booing On Twitter, Gary Lineker, said: 'Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee.'. Milwall's players and manager Gary Rowett confirmed they would continue the gesture in a statement earlier this week. 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. Peckham Lion said: I do remember my first game without my old man. 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. 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. Former Manchester City and England defender Micah Richards described the Millwall incident as "disheartening". Those who booed were. The scenes have prompted reactions from pundits and former players including Trevor Sinclair, Gregg Halford and Gary Lineker, who told his Twitter followers the Millwall fans not booing were in the 'minority'. Speaking to theBBC, he added: 'There are 2,000 so you can pinpoint the people going. "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. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 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. Millwall Fans Boo Players Taking Knee for Black Lives Matter First Round of Matches With Fans After over nine months, fans are finally back in the stadiums, albeit at a limited capacity. ", 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. 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The statement released by Millwall read: 'We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination.
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