Leading Football Figures Address Homophobia Of The Sport

Earlier this year Everton Football Club started an investigation on reports of homophobic chanting during games. Unfortunately, homophobia is still a “deep rooted issue in football,” ‘Gay Times’ report.

“While 80% of heterosexual football fans said that they are uncomfortable with homophobic abuse taking place at a football match, only 37% said they believe the game is becoming a safer space for LGBTQ players and fans.”

In a match against Chelsea, Everton witnessed homophobic chanting during the game and noticed how much progress is needed in the fight against homophobia in the sport.

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