Vivianne Miedema, a seasoned player in women's football, expresses her concerns about the rising incidents of fan abuse towards players. Despite the sport's inclusivity, Miedema warns that if action is not taken promptly, its values could diminish. She reflects on the environment women’s football has built and stresses the importance of not simply mirroring men's football. Her comments come in the wake of recent abuses faced by players, highlighting the need for support and better conditions for athletes. Miedema encourages prioritizing mental health and being proactive in creating a safer sport.
"We're always saying we're proud in the women's game that we're very inclusive but somehow that is starting to slip away a bit...if we don't act really strongly right now then it might be too late."
"As a player and advocate for women's football, I've always been one of the ones shouting that we need to wave our own path in women's football...we need to be really, really careful in the next steps we're making."
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