Laurence Fox has offered to appear on Good Morning Britain tomorrow to continue his heated debate with Piers Morgan over the Millwall fans who booed players kneeling for Black Lives Matter. Derby's interim boss Wayne Rooney said the booing was 'very surprising', Before the game, Millwall's players signalled their intent to continue taking the knee until the New Year. Troy Townsend, of Kick It Out, an organisation that campaigns for equality in football, shared his opinion on the events that took place on Saturday, saying he knows there are 'good people at the club' but questioned why they didn't respond earlier. Which duo has the most goal contributions in Europe this season? "We applaud the players of Millwall and Derby for taking a stand and defying the hate shown by some fans today.". 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I have spoken on the matter throughout my footballing life. And organisation Kick it Out, added: "We are saddened by the behaviour of fans booing the players taking the knee at Millwall. I heard it and wasvery surprised. "What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. A vocal section of Millwall fans have been branded an "absolute disgrace" for booing as players took the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "What this demonstrates is that platers are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. 'The players are continuing to use the biggest platform they have to support the drive for change, not just in football but in society generally. He then accused Laurence of fuelling these bigots with your absurd false equivalence. he said on BBC Final Score. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby . The Rams then moved off the foot of the table with a goal from Jason Knight in the 69th minute. There has been great progress in that campaign and to hear that today is upsetting for a lot of people.. That's it that's all that gesture is. Their racist demonstration against the Black Lives Matter movement was a frustrating event that overshadowed the return of fans to English football grounds. "It must've been really, really difficult proudly wearing a Millwall shirt to hear supporters boo something that you believe in, which is not a political message, let's make this absolutely clear. "The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters," they said. A lot of people are being fooled out there. Published: 10:59 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 17:26 GMT, 6 December 2020. This year, teams and officials have continued to kneel as part of the English soccers No Room For Racism campaign. Football players originally started taking the knee when the 2019-2020 season resumed in June. ', Players from both clubs took a knee before kick-off as part of the on going fight against racism, Inbetweeners actor Blake Harrison said: 'Sad and embarrassed to be a Millwall fan today.'. He told Sky Sports: "I'm disappointed that we are talking about that when we should be talking about the fact we are all back and we want to enjoy the football match again. "The impact of such incidents is felt not just by the players and management, but by those who work throughout the club and in its academy and community trust, where so many staff and volunteers continue passionate endeavours to enhance Millwall's reputation day after day, year after year. "We need to look at these instances of prejudice and racism and what it does is move things forward," he said. The blond bombshell has criticised Sunaks new Windsor Framework as not passing the Brexit test of taking back control. Millwall fans booed as their players took the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Millwall Fans Boo Players Taking Knee for Black Lives Matter First Round of Matches With Fans After over nine months, fans are finally back in the stadiums, albeit at a limited capacity. Millwall have released a statement saying they are "dismayed and saddened" after some fans booed players for taking the knee ahead of Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Derby County. There were fears before the match that Millwall fans would boo the anti-racism message. Some Millwall fans booed the players taking a knee before Saturday's game against Rooney's Derby at The Den. ", A Football Association spokesperson said: "The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.". Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards described the incident as "an absolute disgrace". "Taking the knee, for us, is in no way representative of any agreement with political messaging or ideology. Ilias Chair and Bright Osayi-Samuel took the knee in front of Millwall fans after Chair had put QPR ahead in the 53rd minute at Millwall's ground, The Den. The same season we beat the Nigels, Chelsea and Leicester before losing at Luton. Former Coventry and Aston Villa striker Dion Dublin, who had a loan spell at Millwall in 2002, added: "They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they are racist. Will people be happy for players to take the knee for the next 10 years but see no actual progress made? Ex-Man City defender Micah Richards added on the BBC: "It is just disheartening. The booing by some Millwall fans was heavily criticised by several former players. "It is our duty to reinforce the positive messaging. 'I don't even like talking about the matter. The Den welcomed back 2,000 supporters for the first time since the start of the pandemic for their 1-0. https://t.co/RbovgLjVF1, Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) December 6, 2020. 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Millwall fans have booed their own players for taking the knee at 'The Den' today. ', Former England striker Dion Dublin said: 'To me, they are racist. What they have done is booed and condemned a peaceful gesture which was put in place to highlight, combat and stop any discriminatory behaviour. The . The Blades were soundly beaten 3-1 in midweek but will be hoping to bounce back at The Den tomorrow. Even more disturbing it sounded like the majority of fans to me. Former Manchester City and England defender Micah Richards described the Millwall incident as "disheartening". black lives matter. Players, officials and staff at Premier League and English Football League games have been taking a knee pre-match since football restarted in June in order to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement for racial equality. But they sparked an anti-discrimination row after their vocal protest from the stands. Millwall's match was among the first in England to welcome fans back to the stadium in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, which had locked fans out of matches since March. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. #BlackLivesMatter.". 'To stand by their staff, and they have many black members of staff who are equally as hurt and are equally as damaged by the fact that their fanbase could dare to question what the players are trying to achieve.'. The statement released by Millwall read: 'We are fully supportive of the efforts in ridding the sport, and society, of all forms of discrimination. Millwall fans boo as players from both the home side and Derby took the knee prior to kick-off. "There is much work to be done and at Millwall everyone is committed to doing all that is possible, both individually and collectively, to be a force for good and to ensure that the club remains at the forefront of football's anti-discrimination efforts.". said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. Millwall's own black players were called every racist name under the sun despite wearing our shirt with pride. English soccer fans were allowed back into stadiums for the first time in almost a year on Saturday, but Millwall supporters didnt even make it to kickoff of the second-tier clubs match against Derby County before lustily booing both teams for taking a knee to call attention to systemic racism. Fans of the club were returning to The Den for the first time since . Trevor Sinclair, who was sacked by the BBC for racially abusing a police officer while being arrested for drink driving in 2018, slammed the Millwall fans. 'The fight for racial equality continues and we will continue to work closely with clubs across the country to tackle discrimination in all its forms. It is an enormous shame that the Millwall fans who booed their players for 'taking a knee' in support of Black Lives Matter last week were not better acquainted with one of the British BLM leaders, Sasha Johnson they might have taken a knee themselves out of admiration. were fears before the match that Millwall fans would boo the anti-racism message. Further comments from yesterday's game. pic.twitter.com/7T25MmMDwI. "Millwall Football Club was dismayed and saddened by events which marred Saturday's game against Derby County at the Den," said the club in a statement. The Black Lives Matter slogan also appeared on Premier League shirts. Proud of the staff. The cabinet minister George Eustice has been accused of "providing shelter to racists" after he failed to condemn Millwall fans who booed players taking a knee and claimed that backing the Black. The Black Lives Matter movement and taking a knee has grown in prominence in the UK following the death of George Floyd in the US in May, which sparked protests around the world. About 2,000 fans attended the game at The Den but it was overshadowed as loud booing could be heard when players from both teams took the knee before kick off, with at least one supporter heard shouting "get up!". Millwall 's Mahlon Romeo has issued a strong and emotional statement after the club's fans booed both sets of players when they 'took the knee' prior to today's game. "Prior to the match, we were aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the BLM campaign, but nothing prepared us for what we heard. Millwall fans BOO after players take the knee ahead of Championship clash with Derby Gary Lineker leads footballers condemning Millwall fans for BOOING their own players as they took the. Former England captain Rooney, whose side won Saturday's game 1-0, said afterwards it was "disappointing and upsetting" to hear the booing from supporters. It offended me, the players and everyone who works for this club. Millwall Football Club has said it is 'dismayed and saddened' by fans who booed as players took the knee at a game in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.The jeering happened at the start of the team's match against Derby County at The Den, attended by about 2,000 supporters.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/skynews Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/skynews Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skynews Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skynews For more content go to http://news.sky.com and download our apps: Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/sky-news/id316391924?mt=8 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bskyb.skynews.android\u0026hl=en_GBSky News videos are now available in Spanish here/Los video de Sky News estn disponibles en espaol aqu https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzG5BnqHO8oNlrPDW9CYJog But Rowett and his squad said it was their duty to reinforce the positive messaging in the fight against racism. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. THE NOTEBOOK: Arsenal are becoming the comeback kings after winning the battle of the American tycoons 'I started to run and didn't really know where I was running to': Mikel Arteta admits he lost his bearings Millwall 0-1 Derby: Game overshadowed by fans booing players taking a knee before kick-off - BBC Sport, Mahlon Romeo angry and hurt by those Millwall fans who booed taking the knee gesture South London News. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. A much-needed victory today, what are your emotions? The day marked the first time that fans were able to attend a game in person since lockdown began in March. Here's how Millwall fans reacted to players taking a knee at kick-off Section of crowd at Millwall vs Derby game start booing as players take a knee in support of Black Lives Matter movement As their match against Derby County was about to begin, video footage taken from the ground shows that there were a large number of aggressive boos from the stands as the players knelt down. Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. "The impact of such incidents is felt not just by the players and management, but by those who work throughout the club and in its Academy and Community Trust, where so many staff and volunteers continue passionate endeavours to enhance Millwall's reputation day after day, year after year. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Plenty of BAME commentators have said that 'taking the knee' is no longer the correct way to move forward. "The club has worked tirelessly in recent months to prepare for the return of supporters and what should have been a positive and exciting occasion was completely overshadowed, much to the immense disappointment and upset of those who have contributed to those efforts. Up to 2,000 fans were allowed into stadiums across England on Saturday, marking the first time since the pandemic began in March that any spectators were permitted to attend games in person. ", He tweeted: "Having to say this is a pain but I'll say it every single damn time - this is why I stand and stand proud and I have to say every single person involved with (Derby County) did too - made me proud to wear this shirt with the boys today. 'Taking the knee will not bring about change in the game - actions will.'. 'It is our duty to reinforce the positive messaging. If youve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page wed love to hear from you. Last updated on 6 December 20206 December 2020.From the section Millwall. 'Having to say this is a pain,' Kazim-Richards said, 'but I'll say it every single damn time this is why I STAND and STAND PROUD and I have to say every single person involved with (Derby) did too. A section of Millwall FC fans booed players who chose to take a knee. ", Glittering drama based on the audacious Brinks-Mat security depot heist, A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty. The visiting players took the knee prior to kick-off as they did in the Premier League last season but were booed by home fans at The Den.. After the match, which Fulham won 2-1, Lions boss Rowett called on authorities to "find a . The Millwall miscreants that call themselves fans made headlines over the weekend for booing the players who kneeled before kickoff ahead of the club's match against Derby County. Coronavirus regulations in England mean that only 2,000 local fans are allowed to attend games with no away fans permitted to travel. No one condones that behaviour. Former England striker and Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker wrote on Twitter: "Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee. Roared on by 2,000 fans - and what a great sight it was - the game got underway with The Lions creating most of the attacking play. When both sets of players made the now customary anti-racism gesture, there were. Players in the Premier League now wear 'No Room for Racism' while EFL shirts bear the message 'Not Today or Any Day' in support of their ongoing campaign against all forms of discrimination. The Den was able to host 2,000 home fans. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Derby first-team coach Liam Rosenior said that the players were affected by the booing at The Den on Saturday. Insistence that the knee is the morally superior way enforces religious rituals. Glittering drama based on the audacious Brinks-Mat security depot heist, A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty. "We have a lot of really good people who want the best for every member of our society. 'In the same way 'Clap For Carers' was very emotional for us all, it got to a stage where it had run its natural course and the decision was rightly made to stop it. A 1977 BBC documentary about the widely feared Millwall Bushwackers, a gang of hooligans known for attacking opposing fans, showed how ingrained antisocial behavior was in the culture of the club, which it linked to the National Front, a far right-wing British political party. As the players got down on one knee, with Derby's Colin Kazim-Richards raising his fist - a symbol of solidarity - boos echoed around the stadium. Hes made clear that he believes abandoning the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill is a terrible idea and says he will find it very hard to vote for his successors measure. For the first time in eight months, 2,000 Millwall supporters were allowed inside the stadium for the visit of . having used what he admitted was "unacceptable" language when referring to black players while appearing before the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee via video link. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. It certainly didnt condemn it quite the contrary, in fact. On Friday, Millwall's first-team squad issued a statement supporting efforts to rid the game "of all forms of discrimination". He added: I will say it every single damn time, this is why I stand and stand proud.. 'There is much work to be done and at Millwall everyone is committed to doing all that is possible, both individually and collectively, to be a force for good and to ensure that the club remains at the forefront of football's anti-discrimination efforts. Lucas Moura. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 08 January 2022. They don't agree with taking the knee, which means they're racist. Before the game, the first team reaffirmed their support for the anti-racist act. However, the day was overshadowed by the fans' response to seeing their side take the knee for the first time in person. 'Over the coming days, club, Academy and Community Trust staff will meet with Kick It Out and representatives from other appropriate bodies in an attempt to use Saturday's events as a catalyst for more rapid solutions which have an impact both in the short and long-term. Chelsea fans were split come full-time as Graham Potter continues to divide opinions after a tough time at the Blues following a splurge in the January transfer window. Pic: Jacques Feeney/Getty Images. Millwall's fans grabbed the headlines before kick off as they continued to boo the Bluebirds players who took the knee along with their manager and the referee. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. He told South London Press: 'What they've done is booed and condemned a peaceful gesture which was put in place to highlight, combat and stop any discriminatory behavior and racism. On Twitter, Gary Lineker, said: 'Let's be fair, it only appears to be a small minority of Millwall fans that didn't boo the players taking the knee.'. The FA says it "strongly condemns" fans who "actively voice their opposition" to players taking a stand against discrimination. Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards, who is Black, described the booing as an "absolute disgrace" in a tweet after the match, where he expressed pride in taking a stand against racism. Millwall say they are "dismayed and saddened" after some of their fans booed players taking a knee at the start of Saturday's game against Derby. The chairman of anti-racism organisation Kick It Out applauded the players of Millwall and Derby for "defying the hate shown by some fans" at The Den. Queens Park Rangers players celebrated scoring versus Millwall on Tuesday night by taking the knee, days after a group of Millwall's fans booed the anti-racism gesture. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. West Brom and Millwall fans got themselves in a massive punch-up at The Hawthorns during the two sides' encounter on Saturday. ', Millwall boss Gary Rowett (left) said he was 'disappointed' by the fans' behaviour, while opposition manager Wayne Rooney (right) said it was 'surprising', In response, the FA said in a statement: 'The FA supports all players and staff that wish to take a stand against discrimination in a respectful manner, which includes taking of the knee, and strongly condemns the behaviours of any spectators that actively voice their opposition to such activities.'. The English Football Association condemned the behaviour in a statement on Saturday, and acting Derby County boss Wayne Rooney said it was "disappointing and upsetting" to see. "I've heard a lot of people say that football shouldn't be a vehicle for change in society but it absolutely 100% is. Players should be free to express their views as they wish and be respected after Millwall and Colchester fans booed their own teams taking a knee on Saturday, a Cabinet minister has said. On Sunday, he released a longer statement about the incident and said Derby had been warned before the match about the potential response of some home fans. MILLWALL'S returning fans booed their own players as they took a knee before kick-off. 'What this demonstrates is that players are right to continue standing up to discrimination, whether that is through taking the knee or speaking out. Lions players have declined to take the knee . 'We applaud the players for taking a stand and defying the hate shown today.'. Went with a load of mates from Peckham, Lewisham, Hither green and Catford. Proud of the result. The fans have been let back in which the whole team was looking forward to but in society there is a problem. Last updated on 6 December 20206 December 2020.From the section Millwall. 'The club do an enormous amount of work on anti-racism and the club do a lot of work in the community and there is some really positive stuff, so of course I am disappointed.'. "The players have come out and said they don't support the political aspect, but they do support the anti-discrimination aspect of it and of course we all do.". The gesture has been carried out by players and staff across the country originally in support of Black Lives Matter, before the Premier League distanced itself from the movement. "I know that footballers are role models in their communities and that's something where, at the very top, we can affect things the best we can and appoint the very right person for the job moving forward.". Can Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga's hottest team, topple Bayern for the title? The first weekend of fans returning to Championship grounds was overshadowed by Millwall supporters booing as players were taking a knee. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. I am sick to death of talking about this situation. 'It is so disheartening because it is like we have come so far but we have so far to go. It is time and time and time again.". Ben Davies. "We were made aware of the possibility of a planned disruptive response during the taking of the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign," said the former Everton and Manchester United player. Millwall's match with Derby on Saturday was the first time their supporters were able to watch from the stands since the coronavirus pandemic halted games in March. The jeering happened at the . Rod Liddle. Millwall Football Club has said it is 'dismayed and saddened' by fans who booed as players took the knee at a game in support of the Black Lives Matter movem. The game marked the return of fans to The Den for the first time in nine months and as many as 2,000 supporters watched on. 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