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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
George Sessions

Premier League legend on how football can solve racism problem

Football Wayne Rooney
  • Wayne Rooney has advocated for tougher sanctions, including points deductions, to combat racism in football.
  • Speaking on his new BBC podcast, Rooney recounted consoling a former DC United player who was racially abused and cried on his chest.
  • He highlighted recent incidents of racial abuse involving Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo and Tottenham's Mathys Tel.
  • Rooney believes that people often underestimate the profound hurt caused by racist remarks.
  • He proposed that hitting clubs with points deductions or financial penalties, alongside educational campaigns, is essential to deter racist behaviour.

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Wayne Rooney: ‘Racially abused player cried on my chest’

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