Last updated on 6 December 20206 December 2020.From the section Millwall. Proud of the staff. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Sportspeople across the world have chosen to kneel before games in support of Black Lives Matter. 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. He added: I will say it every single damn time, this is why I stand and stand proud.. Rod Liddle is associate editor of The Spectator. "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players . 'I know this is not them and Steve was hurting. 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. Lucas Moura. The position was taken by National Football League (NFL) player Colin Kaepernick during the playing of the U.S. national anthem to call attention to racial injustice, and has been adopted by many sports players since. Millwall boss Gary Rowett said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney said it was 'surprising'. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This only enraged Piers further as he responded: Youre comparing taking the knee as a protest against racial injustice to appeasing Nazis? Millwall Football Club have finally released a statement following an incident which saw their supporters boo their own players for taking a knee in solidarity of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement. I thought Mahlon Romeo's performance [for Millwall] was absolutely outstanding. 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Millwall's own black players were called every racist name under the sun despite wearing our shirt with pride. The Black Lives Matter slogan also appeared on Premier League shirts. "I've heard a lot of people say that football shouldn't be a vehicle for change in society but it absolutely 100% is. As much as I find it distasteful, booing the gesture isn't in itself a racist act; you can't ban fans simply for booing. 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. Play it now! . "Having to say this is a pain," Kazim-Richards said. I am sick to death of talking about this situation. I heard it and wasvery surprised. "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.". "It is really important that the vast majority of us show respect and support of. English Championship side Millwall have said they are "dismayed and saddened" after fans booed players that took a knee ahead of their 1-0 defeat to Derby on Saturday. '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. Some players, pundits and fans have condemned the fans' actions while others say the gesture is no longer appropriate. Advertise with Brno Daily and reach English-speaking community in Brno. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. However, the return of spectators was overshadowed by the pre-match incident. The first weekend of fans returning to Championship grounds was overshadowed by Millwall supporters booing as players were taking a knee. "It was something we had prepared for but I'd be lying if I didn't say there are players who perform for us and their performances were affected by those supporters. "On behalf of Derby County, I want it to be clear to everyone associated with the club that we represent all sectors of our community, regardless of colour, gender or sexuality.". Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. Former England striker and Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker wrote on Twitter: "Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee. The club has a long and checkered past when it comes to violence, one that dates back more than a century. 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. Speaking to Het Nieuwsblad, Onana pointed to his relationship with fans and his performances when . 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'. Former Nottingham Forest and Cardiff footballer Greg Halford also criticised the fans, saying: 'What am I seeing at the Millwall game. "We urge the players to continue using their platforms and their voices to support this fight. Players should be free to express their views as they wish and be respected after Millwall and Colchester fans booed their own teams taking a knee on Saturday, a Cabinet minister has said. "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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. A much-needed victory today, what are your emotions? "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. 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. It has offended me and everyone who works for this club the players and the staff. He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. Millwall fans booed after players took the knee ahead of their Championship clash with Derby. The visiting players took the knee prior to kick-off as they did in the Premier League last season but were booed by home fans at The Den.. After the match, which Fulham won 2-1, Lions boss Rowett called on authorities to "find a . However, the Premier League and EFL made the decision toreplace the BLM slogan on shirts after growing concerns the movement has beenhijacked by extremists. 'What are our plans with this? No commitment. A gate was also broken during the brawl, with no police present to break . It is time and time and time again. Insistence that the knee is the morally superior way enforces religious rituals. As recently as last year, an Everton fan was slashed across the face with a knife as Millwall fans clashed with Everton supporters before an FA Cup loss at the Den. American football player Colin Kaepernick started kneeling symbolically during the pre-game national anthem in the NFL in 2016, in protest at police violence against African-Americans in the United States. However, the day was overshadowed by the fans' response to seeing their side take the knee for the first time in person. No one condones that behaviour. '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.'. "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.". 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. 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. Im not sure the county agrees., The TV presenter hit back and explained the origins of the protest, writing: Utter nonsense. Millwall fans booed after players took the knee ahead of their Championship clash with Derby, Supporters were allowed back into The Den for the first time since the Covid outbreak in March. 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Fans booing at full-time and some left after third goal? 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. Chelsea fans booed their team off the pitch at Stamford Bridge as they entered the half-time break level at 0-0 against Leeds United. Coronavirus regulations in England mean that only 2,000 local fans are allowed to attend games with no away fans permitted to travel. Despite seeing his first victory as interim manager of Derby, the 35-year-old expressed his disdain with the section of Lions supporters in an interview with TalkSPORT after . "I know that footballers are role models in their communities and that's something where, at the very top, we can affect things the best we can and appoint the very right person for the job moving forward.". It was pleasing to get the win. Chelsea fans were split come full-time as Graham Potter continues to divide opinions after a tough time at the Blues following a splurge in the January transfer window. In footage on social media, fans at The Den, Millwall's home ground in southeast London, can be heard booing as players from both sides take a knee before kick-off. If you boo you are racist simple. The blond bombshell has criticised Sunaks new Windsor Framework as not passing the Brexit test of taking back control. We should resist enforced orthodoxy. Millwall footballer Mahlon Romeo said his team's fans 'have personally disrespected not just me but the football club'. Derby boss Wayne Rooney, whose side won Saturday's game 1-0, said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. There are no excuses. The Football Association and anti-discrimination body Kick It Out have also condemned the booing. Interim Rams boss Rooney said: Its a sad thing to happen, a shame. 'Over the coming days, club, Academy and Community Trust staff will meet with Kick It Out and representatives from other appropriate bodies in an attempt to use Saturday's events as a catalyst for more rapid solutions which have an impact both in the short and long-term. Unlike the majority of clubs in the EFL, Millwall players have decided to stop taking the knee prior to their matches. 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. As the years have gone on it's the away black players that are racially abused by. 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. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Last updated on 6 December 20206 December 2020.From the section Millwall. Their racist demonstration against the Black Lives Matter movement was a frustrating event that overshadowed the return of fans to English football grounds. 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. He wrote: 'Reality is Millwall fans booing players taking a knee doesn't surprise many!!! "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. 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.". https://t.co/RbovgLjVF1, Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) December 6, 2020. I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. Millwall fans boo their own players for kneeling Ever since English teams returned to the field last summer after an unplanned, months-long break caused by the coronavirus pandemic, players,. By. Fans at Saturday's EFL Championship match between Millwall and Derby County booed as the players took a knee to protest against racism after the opening whistle. FIFA president Gianni Infantino was seen enjoying some Championship football on Saturday after heading to The Den to watch Millwall take on Norwich. ", 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. 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