Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis announced on their social networks that they are going to be mothers. The footballers, after the announcement, received many homophobic comments. After hearing the news, clubs and journalists even had to deactivate comments on their congratulatory posts because of the insults that occurred.
Chelsea had to intervene and come out to condemn homophobic acts committed on social networks, making sure that these people have no place in their club or in their stadium. “Chelsea Football Club is aware of recent homophobic comments unacceptable and hostile posted on various social media platforms,” the statement read.
Furthermore, the club’s letter stated that “there is no place in society for any kind of discrimination” and will not accept “any abuse” directed at their players, staff or supporters.We are very proud to be a diverse and inclusive club that celebrates and welcomes people of all cultures, communities and identities,” they added.
Additionally, the Chelsea Pride platform, the club’s LGBTQ fan group, called the abuse “piercing“. They also released a statement on their social networks, assuring that “homophobia has no place in football, in Chelsea or in our society.” “At the weekend and today, our club has been forced to close comments and even delete messages“, messages that should have been bright moments of joy, from the powerful symbolism of Rainbow Laces to the incredible news that Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis will welcome a child in 2025,” the text stated.
Source: La Verdad
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