Alan Brazil, a former professional footballer and current talk show host, stirred controversy with remarks suggesting that people are generally uninterested in women's football. During a discussion about Manchester United's efforts to revamp their teams, he reasoned that the focus should remain on the men's side. A co-presenter opposed his comments, urging a more inclusive perspective on the women's game, which Brazil dismissed. His remarks prompted public backlash, with critics labeling him as outdated in his views on sports inclusivity.
"With the greatest respect, when you talk about Manchester United...women's football is getting more important now, but when you talk about Manchester United, this is the men's we're talking about..."
"It isn't [a priority]. I'm sorry, people around the world are not bothered. It is true. They're not [bothered]. Within the bigger picture, they're not."
"No, the bigger picture is fans want to see Manchester United in the Premier League challenging. That's the bigger picture. It [women's football] is not that important compared to the bigger picture."
"Al stop being like that. You sound like a proper dinosaur. I don't know why you're speaking like that."
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