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Crewe Alexandra player Omar Bogle recalls racist abuse at Gillingham’s Priestfield Stadium as the EFL relaunch their ‘Together Against Racism’ campaign this month

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A footballer who received abuse at Gillingham’s Priestfield Stadium is spearheading the Football League’s ‘Together Against Racism’ campaign.

The EFL re-launched their campaign ahead of the weekend, encouraging players, managers, and fans – both in the stands and at home – to use their voices to drive change.

Between October 17-28, the campaign will focus on giving fans, players and managers a voice, learning about their experiences, hearing first-hand stories and showcasing how football is fighting to remove racism from our game.

The campaign was launched with a content film featuring former Newport County, now-Crewe Alexandra forward, Omar Bogle, speaking about his experience of being racially abused while playing for the Exiles away at Gillingham last season.

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