Posted on 2nd April 2020
Over the past two days, a number of public figures and politicians have called on elite footballers to take significant pay cuts to help their clubs through the on-going public health crisis.
FSA chair Malcolm Clarke said:
“We congratulate those in football, ranging from Eddie Howe to Lionel Messi and his teammates, who have taken a voluntary pay cut to help their communities at this time of crisis.
“We hope that other highly paid and rich owners, executives, and players follow their example.
“This would not only improve the image of the game but, much more importantly, would provide real support for those who need it at this challenging time.
“That is football in the community in a very real sense.”
After FIFA clamped down on the “One Love” armbands at the 2022 World Cup, various national teams have been exploring ways to support the LGBT+ community during the tournament – most notably Germany before their game against Japan yesterday.
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah was crowned Men’s Player of the Year at the Football Supporters’ Association Awards in association with BeGambleAware, which took place tonight in London.
The FSA reaffirms our clear and unequivocal opposition to racism and all forms of discrimination.
Following reports in the media today that 15 of Europe’s biggest clubs – including Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea from the Premier League – have agreed to form a breakaway European Superleague, the FSA issued the following statement:
