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Premier League investigating alleged discriminatory abuse in Newcastle-Sunderland game
NEWCASTLE, England, March 22 : England's Premier League said that it is investigating an incident of "discriminatory abuse" during Sunderland's 2-1 Premier League derby win away to Newcastle United after one of visiting team's players was allegedly racially abused.
Tyne-Wear derby paused after report of discriminatory abuse
The Tyne-Wear derby between Newcastle and Sunderland was paused during the second half following reports of discriminatory abuse from within the crowd directed at Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida.
FIFA clears Israeli settlement clubs but fines Israel FA over discrimination breaches
PARIS, March 19 : FIFA said it would take no action against Israeli football clubs accused by the Palestine Football Association (PFA) of competing while allegedly based in Palestinian territory, and on Thursday separately sanctioned the Israel Football Association (IFA) over breaches of its anti‑discrimination and fair‑play rules.
Iran wrestling champion speaks out against country's treatment of female athletes amid soccer player concerns
World champion Iranian wrestler Sardar Pashaei weighs in on the situation involving Iran’s women’s soccer players being forced to return home and reveals how the regime treats other female athletes.
Ministers: We strongly condemn IPC's complete disregard for our country, athletes
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha and Minister of Youth and Sports Matviy Bidny condemn the discrimination against the Ukrainian national team at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo (Italy).
Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks
Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out has accused Jose Mourinho of gaslighting for his response to Vinicius Junior’s allegations of racist abuse.
Court rules Brian Flores' discrimination case against NFL will proceed in open court instead of arbitration
Aaron Jones spoke after the Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Giants 16-13.