Stevenage say there is ‘no case to answer’ over Sampson allegations
Stevenage say an internal inquiry has dismissed allegations that caretaker manager Mark Sampson used racially discriminatory language about a player.
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Leeds youngster charged over betting rules breach
Leeds’ teenage midfielder Jordan Stevens has been charged by the Football Association for breaching its betting rules.
Fernando Forestieri ‘devastated’ after being handed six-game ban for using racist language
Sheffield Wednesday striker Fernando Forestieri said he was “devastated and disappointed” after being handed a six-match ban by the Football Association’s independent regulatory commission for using racist language.
Les Ferdinand calls for more black leaders in football as FA reviews racism bans
The Football Association has confirmed it is reviewing its minimum ban for cases involving discrimination but former England striker Les Ferdinand believes racism in the game will not be tackled without more diversity in leadership positions.
Kick It Out warns that ‘horrendous’ racism is rife in ‘lawless’ grassroots game
Troy Townsend believes Kick It Out’s latest report on the amount of racism and other types of discriminatory abuse in football is only the tip of the iceberg, particularly at the grassroots level.
Sturridge banned from football for two weeks for breaching betting regulations
Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has been handed a two-week suspension from football and a £75,000 fine for breaching betting regulations, the Football Association has announced.
Phil Neville welcomes Premier League interest in running women’s club game
England manager Phil Neville has backed the idea of letting the Premier League run the Women’s Super League, instead of the Football Association.