Ben Haslam. 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. '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. There has been great progress in that campaign and to hear that today is upsetting for a lot of people.. 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. 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. 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.'. It needs looking at and addressing. 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. 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. They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they're racist.'. "Having to say this is a pain," Kazim-Richards said. 2,000 supporters were. "BLM is an anti racist movement. Rosenior is a member of the FA's inclusion advisory board and is also on a panel of six who will appoint the next FA chairman in the spring. 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. We won one nil and Dean Neal scored. Since October 17, 2018, Brno Daily has been listed in Google News as a reliable local source of news in English. 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Former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford also criticised the fans, saying: 'What am I seeing at the Millwall game. MILLWALL'S returning fans booed their own players as they took a knee before kick-off. Captaincy chaos and Waldrum ultimatums - Will Nigeria be ready for World Cup. Some Millwall supporters booed when players from both sides took a knee before the Sky Bet Championship match, which Derby won 1-0. . Laurence then questioned which football team Piers stands in moral judgement on, adding that its a complex argument. That match reportedly also featured racist chanting by the home crowd. 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. There were Millwall fans who boo during recent matches against Portsmouth and Fulham. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. 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 Premier League shirts. '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. ', Players from both clubs took a knee before kick-off as part of the on going fight against racism, Inbetweeners actor Blake Harrison said: 'Sad and embarrassed to be a Millwall fan today.'. Before the game, the first team reaffirmed their support for the anti-racist act. But Rowett and his squad said it was their duty to reinforce the positive messaging in the fight against racism. Millwall boss Gary Rowett said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney said it was 'surprising'. 'The gesture of 'taking the knee' before matches provides an opportunity for us to do exactly that and continues to allow all those playing to publicly showcase their support - on behalf of the whole squad - for the fight against discrimination. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. It feels like it falls on deaf ears. The professionalism of the players on both sides throughout the game was a credit to our profession after such an incident. "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 views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 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. 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'. Say the word.. Anti-racism campaign Kick It Out said: 'We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. "It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. Derbys black striker Kazim-Richards branded the jeering an absolute disgrace. He wrote: 'Reality is Millwall fans booing players taking a knee doesn't surprise many!!! The same season we beat the Nigels, Chelsea and Leicester before losing at Luton. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Proud of the staff. English Championship side Millwall have said they are "dismayed and saddened" after fans booed players that took a knee ahead of their 1-0 defeat to Derby on Saturday. said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. The Football Association and anti-discrimination body Kick It Out have condemned the booing. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. 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! However, the day was overshadowed by the fans' response to seeing their side take the knee for the first time in person. ', Stan Collymore Tweeted a video of the booing and simply wrote: 'Shock. 'Taking the knee, for us, is in no way representative of any agreement with political messaging or ideology. ", 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. The Blades were soundly beaten 3-1 in midweek but will be hoping to bounce back at The Den tomorrow. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Granit Xhaka revealed he did not want to wear Arsenal's shirt anymore after being booed by fans in 2019, with the midfielder crediting Mikel Arteta for convincing him to remain at the club. In footage on social media, fans at The Den, Millwall's home ground in southeast London, can be heard booing as players from both sides take a knee before kick-off. 'Every time I've played there I've heard a form of racist abuse this has got to stop.'. Its websites postgame match report made no mention of the incident that occurred before kickoff. 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 movem. That is racism. Do you stand in condemnation of every one of those men and their lives aswell? Stewards and police were seen among the supporters during the scuffles in the Welsh capital, which occurred during the Lions' 3-1 defeat in the Championship fixture. Coventry are another team who have opted not to take a knee this season. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. The role became vacant after previous incumbent. 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Millwall fans boo as players from both the home side and Derby took the knee prior to kick-off A section of Millwall fans booed as their players and Championship opponents Derby took a knee. The gesture has been carried out by players and staff across the country originally in support of Black Lives Matter, before the Premier League distanced itself from the movement. Millwall released a statement on Sunday that read: "Millwall Football Club was dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby County at The Den. No commitment. And organisation Kick it Out, added: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee at Millwall. Millwall have said they are "dismayed and saddened" after fans booed players that took a knee ahead of their 1-0 defeat to Derby on Saturday. Millwall lost the match 1-0 as former England star Rooney claimed his first win as Derby's interim boss. SERIOUSLY??? It has offended me and everyone who works for this club the players and the staff. The efl have to be strong and take serious action against this. Further comments from yesterday's game. pic.twitter.com/7T25MmMDwI. Understand THAT., Laurence who has been critical of the BLM movement in the past spotted Piers comments and replied: Kneeling is a gesture of subservience and submission in our culture. ', 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. He added: I will say it every single damn time, this is why I stand and stand proud.. 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. 'I know this is not them and Steve was hurting. Published: 10:59 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 17:26 GMT, 6 December 2020. At the start of the season the EFL added the message 'Not Today or Any Day' in support of their ongoing campaign against all forms of discrimination. Infantino visited London this weekend for the . The gesture has been carried out by players and staff across the country originally in support of Black Lives Matter, before the Premier League distanced itself from the movement. "We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.". As 2,000 supporters were permitted to attend the Millwall versus Derby County game, it also marked the first time fans have been present since footballers started to take the knee before games. Play it now! I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. 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. Moyes added that he 'understands' fans chanting that he should be sacked . '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.'. 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. "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.". The first weekend of fans returning to Championship grounds was overshadowed by Millwall supporters booing as players were taking a knee. 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. 'It is our duty to reinforce the positive messaging. They're trying to change around history of this football club and it's never going to be easy because their fanbase has let them down continuously. Those who booed were condemned by Millwalls club chiefs who said they were saddened and dismayed by the events. However, the return of spectators was overshadowed by the pre-match incident. Speaking to Sky Sports, McAnuff believes that the supporters in question are 'opposing equality' by the act . Some players, pundits and fans have condemned the fans' actions while others say the gesture is no longer appropriate. 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. 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 . 'Millwall Football Club was dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby County at The Den. 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. Even the UK government is tentatively supporting the Millwall fans so clearly the . It was pleasing to get the win. 'We will continue to do this until the start of the new year when a new and comprehensive anti-discrimination strategy will be announced by the club.'. "I'm pleased with how my team dealt with that," he added. The club has a long and checkered past when it comes to violence, one that dates back more than a century. Proud of the club. Even more disturbing it sounded like the majority of fans to me. Those who booed were. 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 important we do not tolerate or accept the actions of the mindless few.". 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. 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. "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.". Millwalls own black star, Mahlon Romeo, declared: Todays game has become irrelevant. Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. I May Destroy You star Michaela Coel joins for his new series, The England captain talks VAR, fans returning and Justin Bieber. Yesterday at 5:52 PM. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. It offended me, the players and everyone who works for this club. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 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.". 'And the fans have chosen to boo that, which for the life of me I can't understand. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. ', Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. The comments below have not been moderated. 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. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. "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.". 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. FIFA president Gianni Infantino was seen enjoying some Championship football on Saturday after heading to The Den to watch Millwall take on Norwich. "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. 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? Pic: Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. . 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. I heard it and wasvery surprised. Former England captain Rooney, whose side. Some spectators booed while players made the anti-racism . Some Millwall supporters booed the players taking the knee ahead of their Championship game against Derby County on Saturday. "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players . 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. 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. Everyone at Derby has backed taking the knee and will continue to do so. 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. Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. 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. The FA released a statement appearing to condemn the incident shortly after the full-time whistle. 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.'. "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. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. However, the Premier League and EFL made the decision toreplace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has beenhijacked by extremists. 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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,. Sanjay Bhandari said: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. "It is really important that the vast majority of us show respect and support of. Because you read about said afterwards it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. 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'. Wayne Rooney, Derby's interim boss, said it was "very surprising" to hear the booing. 18:31, 4 MAR 2023. Millwall supporters booed their own players while they took the knee in support of the fight against racism at The Den this afternoon. Fofana scored Chelsea's first goal in almost a month. "How do these fans get allocated to the games?" There were fears before the match that Millwall fans would boo the anti-racism message. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. Get a grip Laurence youre losing the plot.. '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. The 46-year-old, an unarmed black man, died after a white police officer held a knee on his neck for nearly nine minutes. While former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford called for the EFL to intervene, saying they 'have to be strong. 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. "On behalf of Derby County Football Club, I want it to be clear to everyone associated with the club that we represent all sectors of our community regardless of colour, gender or sexuality. As a result, 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. "Look at the actions of Marcus Rashford recently and what he's done to implement change. "We're delighted with the win, that's for sure. Millwall's own black players were called every racist name under the sun despite wearing our shirt with pride. Coronavirus regulations in England mean that only 2,000 local fans are allowed to attend games with no away fans permitted to travel. The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0. A much-needed victory today, what are your emotions? "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. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. 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. The broadcast journalist then claimed to have invited Laurence onto Good Morning Britain six weeks ago but he pulled out at the last minute. Millwall boss Gary Rowett said he was frustrated that the return of fans had been overshadowed. 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. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. ', Anti-racism campaign Kick It Out released a statement on Saturday following the incident. "We have a lot of really good people who want the best for every member of our society.

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