Derby County caretaker manager Wayne Rooney has urged football fans to not "tolerate or accept" the actions of "mindless" fans who take part in discriminatory behaviour. Millwall fans booed as their players took the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. "Prior to the match, we were aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the BLM campaign, but nothing prepared us for what we heard. ", A Football Association spokesperson 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.". Went with a load of mates from Peckham, Lewisham, Hither green and Catford. 'There is much work to be done and at Millwall everyone is committed to doing all that is possible, both individually and collectively, to be a force for good and to ensure that the club remains at the forefront of football's anti-discrimination efforts. Will people be happy for players to take the knee for the next 10 years but see no actual progress made? He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. "Wayne was outstanding on the day in supporting players who were clearly affected by something they couldn't believe was happening in front of their eyes. 4 Millwall fans were involved in a fight in the away end at Cardiff Credit: Rex 4 The Rams then moved off the foot of the table with a goal from Jason Knight in the 69th minute. By Kathryn Batte and Joe Davies and Katie Feehan For Mailonline, Published: 10:39 EST, 5 December 2020 | Updated: 07:31 EST, 6 December 2020. '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. "There is much work to be done and at Millwall everyone is committed to doing all that is possible, both individually and collectively, to be a force for good and to ensure that the club remains at the forefront of football's anti-discrimination efforts.". It certainly didnt condemn it quite the contrary, in fact. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.'. Share the love. The statement released by Millwall read: 'We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination. 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? He 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. "We need to look at these instances of prejudice and racism and what it does is move things forward," he said. Laurence Fox has offered to appear on Good Morning Britain tomorrow to continue his heated debate with Piers Morgan over the Millwall fans who booed players kneeling for Black Lives Matter. 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 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. The Black Lives Matter movement and taking a knee has grown in prominence in the UK following the death of George Floyd in the US in May, which sparked protests around the world. Passion for Real Sociedad runs as deep as San Sebastian's love for Basque culture and cuisine, Top 10 greatest FA Cup shocks after Grimsby stun Southampton, Infighting of Women's World Cup faves Spain, France, Canada reveals big issues in the sport. '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. Farm Heroes Saga, the #4 Game on iTunes. Millwalls own black star, Mahlon Romeo, declared: Todays game has become irrelevant. 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. Former England defender Micah Richards described the scenes as 'disheartening'. Further comments from yesterday's game. pic.twitter.com/7T25MmMDwI. Speaking after the game, Millwall managerGary Rowett said: '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. Wayne Rooney criticised a number of Millwall fans for their "disgraceful and mindless behaviour" before kick-off on Saturday against Derby County, when members of the crowd booed their own players while taking the knee.. No commitment. 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! Its websites postgame match report made no mention of the incident that occurred before kickoff. Proud to be black.'. Proud of the staff. 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. 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 role became vacant after previous incumbent Greg Clarke resigned last month, having used what he admitted was "unacceptable" language when referring to black players while appearing before the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee via video link. "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. 'I absolutely do feel that Millwall should have put something out yesterday to stand by those players who are hurt. "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.". They don't agree with Black Lives Matter; that says they are racist to me. 'Further comment will be made once those meetings and discussions are concluded.'. 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'. "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.". Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards, who is black, described the booing as an 'absolute disgrace' in a tweet after the match where he expressed pride in taking a stand against racism. Join the conversation with other Spectator readers. They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they're racist. '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. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. "I was proud of my players and staff for not letting the fans deter them from continuing to present a positive and important message that taking the knee immediately before a game sends. 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. "More on this story: https://t.co/SCap9J1hYZ pic.twitter.com/xETM4W5oHB, Lions fans are no strangers to controversy. 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.'. On Sunday, he released a longer statement about the incident and said Derby had been warned before the match about the potential response of some home fans. Infantino visited London this weekend for the . Former England captain Rooney, whose side. Millwall fans who booed players taking the knee are hiding behind a racist lie A selection of supporters inside the Den on Saturday booed when players from Millwall and Derby knelt on the. The jeering happened at the . 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. I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. Which duo has the most goal contributions in Europe this season? 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. This only enraged Piers further as he responded: Youre comparing taking the knee as a protest against racial injustice to appeasing Nazis? 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. 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. Piers explained that nobody is forced to take the knee in a democracy and that it would be nice if those who did choose to protest against racial injustice werent booed by racist morons. 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. Some Millwall supporters booed when players from both sides took a knee before the Sky Bet Championship match, which Derby won 1-0. . The outspoken personalities got into a Twitter clash on Sunday while discussing the horrific incident that took place during the Millwall and Derby football game this weekend. 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. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. 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. MILLWALL fans were involved in an away end brawl during Saturday's Championship clash with Cardiff. '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. 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. A gate was also broken during the brawl, with no police present to break . and take serious action against this'. Home affairs reporter Derby's interim boss Wayne Rooney said the booing was 'very surprising', Before the game, Millwall's players signalled their intent to continue taking the knee until the New Year. 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December 7, 2020 - 10:58AM Fans of English Championship club Millwall booed as players took a knee in support of the fight against racial injustice. "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. FIFA president Gianni Infantino was seen enjoying some Championship football on Saturday after heading to The Den to watch Millwall take on Norwich. "Look at the actions of Marcus Rashford recently and what he's done to implement change. 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. 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. Derby interim boss Wayne 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. Proud of 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. However, several players and pundits took to social media to condemn the fans and call for action to be taken. 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. 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"What this demonstrates is that platers are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. Coronavirus regulations in England mean that only 2,000 local fans are allowed to attend games with no away fans permitted to travel. The same season we beat the Nigels, Chelsea and Leicester before losing at Luton. 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. RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: Newcastle gave 'assurances' they would not be controlled by Saudi Arabia, but that's under fresh scrutiny. 'I work for one of the most diverse football clubs in this country. Queens Park Rangers made the decision to stop taking the knee in September with director of football Les Ferdinand saying the gesture had 'reached a point of 'good PR' but little more than that'. Their black players like Mahlon Romeo were heartbroken yesterday. 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. Coventry are another team who have opted not to take a knee this season. 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. 08 January 2022. Interim Rams boss Rooney said: Its a sad thing to happen, a shame. "Having to say this is a pain," Kazim-Richards said. Rosenior was encouraged by the positive reaction of supporters at Chelsea and Tottenham, following the incident at Millwall, to players taking the knee. English soccer fans were allowed back into stadiums for the first time in almost a year on Saturday, but Millwall supporters didnt even make it to kickoff of the second-tier clubs match against Derby County before lustily booing both teams for taking a knee to call attention to systemic racism. Dec 6, 2020, 8:12 AM. Millwall fans boo as players take the knee in support of Black Lives Matter movement. Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari said he was "saddened" by the booing and praised the teams for "defying the hate" shown by some members of the crowd. '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 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. 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 . "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players . Manager Gary Rowett got himself caught up in the debate about the anti-racism gesture by failing to condemn the booing of the Fulham players during their midweek visit to The Den. It offended me, the players and everyone who works for this club. https://t.co/RbovgLjVF1, Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) December 6, 2020. A lot of people are being fooled out there. 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Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. There are no excuses. People must feel free to demonstrate their abhorrence to racism in their own way. ", 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. Millwall footballer Mahlon Romeo said his team's fans 'have personally disrespected not just me but the football club'.
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