The England women's national football team has chosen not to take a knee in protest against racism before their semi-final match in the Euro 2025 tournament, according to a report by The Athletic.
The English team is set to face the Italian squad in the semi-final on Tuesday in Geneva, Switzerland. According to sources, the players are looking for new and more effective ways to express their protest against racial prejudice, particularly in light of the recent abuse towards team player Jess Carter.
Carter has spoken out about experiencing systematic racist abuse on social media during the European Championship and has decided to stop interacting with fans online. The team's refusal to adopt the traditional gesture aims to demonstrate their strong stance on the issue.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed support for Carter and emphasized that the organization is ready to provide comprehensive assistance in the fight against racism.
