""Positive action is being taken, including issuing stadium bans to individuals who engage in discriminatory behaviour, referring cases of online abuse to the relevant authorities, and supporting the rehabilitation of offenders so they can understand the real-life consequences of their actions," EFL chief executive Trevor Birch said. "This is a multi-faceted approach - and crucially, the work does not stop here.""
"Image source, Getty Images The EFL says "approximately 900 individual players were subjected to online abuse" at some point during the 2024-25 season. According to figures released by the EFL for the last campaign, there were also 141 incidents of racist abuse at grounds and more than 5,000 incidents of online abuse. The EFL estimates that 17 fans were banned from their clubs and a further 24 faced police convictions for racist abuse at EFL stadiums."
"Last week the League One game between Exeter City and Reading was stopped for a short time in the 74th-minute after a report of a racist comment towards an Exeter player by a visiting supporter. The EFL is hoping to show fans that reporting abuse can have an impact with its Together Against Racism, which runs from 17-27 October. The week aims to highlight the work the league and its 72 member clubs deliver all season long to combat racism."
Approximately 900 individual players were subjected to online abuse at some point during the 2024-25 season. The EFL recorded more than 5,000 incidents of online abuse and 141 incidents of racist abuse at grounds. The league estimated 17 fans were banned from their clubs, 24 faced police convictions for racist abuse at stadiums, 26 were referred for restorative justice, and over 80 cases remained under investigation. One League One match was briefly stopped after a reported racist comment by a visiting supporter. Together Against Racism runs 17-27 October to encourage reporting. Positive action includes stadium bans, referrals to authorities, and rehabilitation of offenders.
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