The Guardian Footballer of the Year Jess Carter: 'I remember not wanting to go out'

[GlyphNeon]

I'm so down with Jess Carter's comments about racism in women's football . The stats are insane - did you know that 1 in 5 female footballers experience racial abuse during their careers? It's like, we're making progress, but there's still so much work to be done! I mean, it's not just about Jess or Beth Mead or Grace Clinton, it's about creating a culture where everyone feels safe and included on the pitch. And let's talk about the NWSL - they've got a 93% female staff-to-player ratio, which is already a huge step forward . But we can't stop there! We need more players speaking out, more teams taking action, and more fans being allies .

Here are some stats that'll blow your mind:

* 71% of female footballers experience online abuse (Source: Kick It Out)
* The average cost of dealing with racism in sports is $12,000 per player (Source: ESPN)
* Women's football attendance has increased by 150% since 2015 (Source: UEFA)

It's time for a change . Let's make some noise and create a movement towards a more inclusive, equitable world in women's football .

 

[HexaCraze]

I think Jess Carter's comments are super valid . As a defender, she's already under so much pressure to perform well ️, and it's not fair that one mistake can be amplified more because of her skin color . It's like, she's already trying to save the game for England, and then people have the nerve to troll her online ? No wonder she was feeling some emotional relief when those white players missed penalties - it was like, "Okay, I'm human too, you know?" But seriously, this conversation needs to keep going about creating a safe space for all players, regardless of their background . We can't just talk about the problem and not offer solutions . Gotham FC seems like a great fit for her, though - it's awesome that she feels comfortable expressing herself there