⚽️ Nearly 1,000 reports of homophobia were made in grassroots football in England in 2025/26, up by 35% compared to 2024/25 - yet the number of FA charges for this type of discrimination rose by just 2%.

Football v Homophobia says investment in achieving “better outcomes” is needed.

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There are now more charges and more proven charges for homophobia than for any other type of discrimination at this level.

FvH believes more training and investment is needed if the aim of creating “a game for everyone” is to be met.

Read the statement and see key stats and data.

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… This collaborative approach was recognised nationally when #BrentfordFC received the Professional Game Award at the Football v Homophobia Awards, celebrating the Club’s commitment to creating a more inclusive game for everyone.”

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NEW: Hull City are getting tough on homophobic chanting, banning 3 fans for 3 years each, and sending out a clear warning ahead of Saturday’s game at Chelsea.

A look at the media coverage shows a markedly mixed picture. How newsworthy is a story about discrimination these days?

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Hull City fined £30,000 by The FA for homophobic chanting by a section of supporters in last season’s FA Cup tie v Chelsea, and issued with an action plan.

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Hector Bellerin was targeted with gay slurs by a YouTuber and so-called journalist, in a livestream on Friday.

The YouTuber posted something close to a non-apology video, before Borja Iglesias called out the homophobia.

But Spanish football has been largely silent.

For @outsports.com

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