'I don't want to say much about it, but all I can say is everyone at Derby County Football Club, we obviously took the knee, and no one condones that behaviour. Dion Dublin, who played on loan at Millwall, said on BBC's Final Score: "They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they are racist. Farm Heroes Saga, the #4 Game on iTunes. Granit Xhaka revealed he did not want to wear Arsenal's shirt anymore after being booed by fans in 2019, with the midfielder crediting Mikel Arteta for convincing him to remain at the club. 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. He wrote: 'Reality is Millwall fans booing players taking a knee doesn't surprise many!!! 08 January 2022. He added: I will say it every single damn time, this is why I stand and stand proud.. 'Further comment will be made once those meetings and discussions are concluded.'. Millwall lost the match 1-0 as former England star Rooney claimed his first win as Derby's interim boss. 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. 18:31, 4 MAR 2023. 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. As the years have gone on it's the away black players that are racially abused by. 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. Having agreed with the referee's final decision, Steven Warnock has slammed Emerson for exaggerating the push from Ziyech when speaking on Sky Sports' Ref Watch: (7:30 . It was pleasing to get the win. 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. Their racist demonstration against the Black Lives Matter movement was a frustrating event that overshadowed the return of fans to English football grounds. Millwall's own black players were called every racist name under the sun despite wearing our shirt with pride. "What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out," he added. 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. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. 'What are our plans with this? Up to 2,000 fans were allowed into stadiums across England on Saturday, marking the first time since the pandemic began in March that any spectators were permitted to attend games in person. The FA has designated different amounts of capacity slots to different city's, differentiated by tiers. It is the 1938 England football association position you are mocking Piers. We should resist enforced orthodoxy. 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. He told South London Press: 'What they've done is booed and condemned a peaceful gesture which was put in place to highlight, combat and stop any discriminatory behavior and racism. said afterwards it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. 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. "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. He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. The Black Lives Matter slogan also appeared on Premier League shirts. ', Gary Lineker joined other former players who condemned Millwall fans' behaviour on Twitter, Tweeting after the game, Derby County first team coach Liam Rosenior said: 'Proud of the team. 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 . ', 'I am sure it is something that does need looking at and addressing. "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. and take serious action against this'. But what kind of mugs do they think the rest of us are? Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. However, the decision was made toreplace it with 'No Room for Racism' after growing concerns the BLM movement has beenhijacked by extremists. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. "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.". The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans for the first time this season after the second national lockdown was lifted. Ten Hag must learn from Mourinho to ensure Man United's Carabao Cup win is just the start, Raul and Valverde are keeping Madrid prodigy Alvaro's feet on the ground, Man United must make every penny count to beat FFP and continue recovery. The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans for the first time this season after the second national lockdown was lifted. "How do these fans get allocated to the games?" Speaking to Sky Sports, McAnuff believes that the supporters in question are 'opposing equality' by the act . If youve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page wed love to hear from you. "Millwall Football Club was dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby County at the Den," said the club in a statement. Sport. Ahead of the clash manager Gary Rowett and the players released a statement that read: "We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination. The statement released by Millwall read: 'We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination. Those who booed were condemned by Millwalls club chiefs who said they were saddened and dismayed by the events. Footballers have been taking a knee at the start of matches since football resumed in June as part of global sporting protests against racial injustice, police brutality and systemic discrimination against black people. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. ", Cousin of Black Lives Matter founder died after being repeatedly tasered by police - as bodycam footage released, Boris Johnson had 'problem' responding to race report due to his 'bad track record', peer claims, Hate crimes recorded in England and Wales reach record high. And while none responded en masse the way Millwall supporters did to the players silent protest, it wasnt a totally isolated incident; a few scattered boos could be heard from fans of West Ham Millwalls historic rival before the Hammers Premier League clash with Manchester United. As 2,000 supporters were permitted to attend the Millwall versus Derby County game, it also marked the first time fans have been present since footballers started to take the knee before games. 'It is our duty to reinforce the positive messaging. Sheffield United are looking to put Wednesday evening's defeat to Middlesbrough behind them when they travel to Millwall this weekend. 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. That's it that's all that gesture is. The chairman of anti-racism organisation Kick It Out applauded the players of Millwall and Derby for "defying the hate shown by some fans" at The Den. 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Do you stand in condemnation of every one of those men and their lives aswell? 'I absolutely do feel that Millwall should have put something out yesterday to stand by those players who are hurt. ', Millwall boss Gary Rowett (left) said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney (right) said it was 'surprising', The Premier League and EFL made the decision to replace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has been hijacked by extremists. At the start of the season the EFL added the message 'Not Today or Any Day' in support of their ongoing campaign against all forms of discrimination. Before the game, the first team reaffirmed their support for the anti-racist act. His club said it was "fully behind any and all of our players and staff who take a stand against any form of discrimination", adding: "We also condemn the behaviours of any supporters that actively voice opposition to those activities.". The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0 defeat to Wayne Rooney's Derby. 'Every time I've played there I've heard a form of racist abuse this has got to stop.'. Piers slammed the Millwall fans who booed their own Black players and told a follower: Dont you dare pretend the Millwall fans who did that have taken black players to their hearts. The broadcast journalist then claimed to have invited Laurence onto Good Morning Britain six weeks ago but he pulled out at the last minute. "The impact of such incidents is felt not just by the players and management, but by those who work throughout the club and in its academy and community trust, where so many staff and volunteers continue passionate endeavours to enhance Millwall's reputation day after day, year after year. "The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters and what should have been a positive and exciting occasion was completely overshadowed, much to the immense disappointment and upset of those who have contributed to those efforts. Townsend told Sky Sports: 'Well, I've got to be honest I was in conversation with the club last night and I feel for the good people at the club who I've worked with for the last year and a bit like Steve Kavanagh (chief executive), the chairman (John Berylson) and people on the board. 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. FEUDING fans marred Norwich's 2-0 Championship win over Millwall as police and stewards swarmed in to intervene.A handful of missiles - including SEAT . 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. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Not all teams continue to take the knee before games, with Queens Park Rangers' director of football Les Ferdinand saying the impact of the stance had been 'diluted'. Professional clubs in England have taken a knee before kickoff in matches to support the Black Lives Matter movement, but the game at The Den was marred by supporters booing players. Troy Townsend, of Kick It Out, an organisation that campaigns for equality in football, shared his opinion on the events that took place on Saturday, saying he knows there are 'good people at the club' but questioned why they didn't respond earlier. Millwall 's Mahlon Romeo has issued a strong and emotional statement after the club's fans booed both sets of players when they 'took the knee' prior to today's game. Kick It Out said in a statement on Saturday: 'We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee today at Millwall. 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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. West Brom and Millwall fans got themselves in a massive punch-up at The Hawthorns during the two sides' encounter on Saturday. How do these fans get allocated to the games?". Millwalls own black star, Mahlon Romeo, declared: Todays game has become irrelevant. Millwall FC players take a knee. As the players got down on one knee, with Derby's Colin Kazim-Richards raising his fist - a symbol of solidarity - boos echoed around the stadium. It dont believe in moral superiority [sic], he told the presenter. 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. Millwall's match with Derby on Saturday was the first time their supporters were able to watch from the stands since the coronavirus pandemic halted games in March. Play it now! Ilias Chair and Bright Osayi-Samuel took the knee in front of Millwall fans after Chair had put QPR ahead in the 53rd minute at Millwall's ground, The Den. Booing from the stands at the London-based football club was heard after referee Darren England blew his whistle for the players to make the gesture. He added: 'Taking the knee was very powerful but we feel that impact has now been diluted. Players and officials have been taking a knee since June to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. Lucas Moura. https://t.co/RbovgLjVF1, Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) December 6, 2020. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened" after some of their fans booed players taking a knee at the start of Saturday's game against Derby. That match reportedly also featured racist chanting by the home crowd. Good Morning Britain airs weekdays at 6am on ITV. "There are 2,000 so you can pinpoint the people going. 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. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. The day marked the first time that fans were able to attend a game in person since lockdown began in March. Millwall fans booed after players took the knee ahead of their Championship clash with Derby. Millwall lost the match on Jason Knights 69th minute goal. The club has a long and checkered past when it comes to violence, one that dates back more than a century. Get a grip Laurence youre losing the plot.. "We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.". The Rams then moved off the foot of the table with a goal from Jason Knight in the 69th minute. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Proud of the players. I feel really low probably the lowest Ive felt in my time at this club.. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Captaincy chaos and Waldrum ultimatums - Will Nigeria be ready for World Cup. Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. 'I know this is not them and Steve was hurting. Millwall have released a statement saying they are "dismayed and saddened" after some fans booed players for taking the knee ahead of Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Derby County. Here's how Millwall fans reacted to players taking a knee at kick-off Section of crowd at Millwall vs Derby game start booing as players take a knee in support of Black Lives Matter movement We are no longer accepting comments on this article. "We are disappointed that a small group of supporters have today chosen to voice their opposition to such activities directly aimed at raising awareness of the fight against racism.". Yesterday at 5:52 PM. "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. 'I don't even like talking about the matter. The scenes sparked shockwaves through the game, and have divided social media users. ', Players from both clubs took a knee before kick-off as part of the on going fight against racism, Inbetweeners actor Blake Harrison said: 'Sad and embarrassed to be a Millwall fan today.'. Last updated on 6 December 20206 December 2020.From the section Millwall. They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they're racist.'. 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. 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. There were Millwall fans who boo during recent matches against Portsmouth and Fulham. Ahead of Saturday's game, Millwall's players released a statement signalling their intent to continue doing the gesture before matches until the New Year. But they sparked an anti-discrimination row after their vocal protest from the stands. ', Anti-racism campaign Kick It Out released a statement on Saturday following the incident. Some spectators booed while players made the anti-racism . They're trying to change around history of this football club and it's never going to be easy because their fanbase has let them down continuously. He told BBC Radio 5 Live: "It did hurt, but I wasn't surprised because what's happened is that a positive message in terms of unifying people from all different backgrounds - all different creeds, religions, genders, sexualities, races - has been conflated into something that is now being described as political activism. 'I don't want to say much about it, but all I can say is everyone at Derby County Football Club, we obviously took the knee, and no one condones that behaviour.'. 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. I heard it and wasvery surprised. The cabinet minister George Eustice has been accused of "providing shelter to racists" after he failed to condemn Millwall fans who booed players taking a knee and claimed that backing the Black. Proud to be black.'. THE NOTEBOOK: Arsenal are becoming the comeback kings after winning the battle of the American tycoons 'I started to run and didn't really know where I was running to': Mikel Arteta admits he lost his bearings Millwall fans booed as players took the knee ahead of their game against Derby, Do not sell or share my personal information.
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