Show Racism the Red Card in Wales

Show Racism the Red Card's Fortnight of Action in Wales, 17-30 October 2006

19 November 2006

Before kick-off on the 27th / 28th October 2006, players from every Principality Building Society Welsh Premier league in Wales united in calling for a racism-free football and society. Players and referees held up 'Show Racism the Red Cards' prior to kick off.

With 17 clubs in the Welsh Premier league, the message was conveyed throughout Wales as the teams are from all corners of the country.

This included the match between Bangor City (blue) and Aberystwth Town (green), Bangor City captain Paul O'Neil is seen holding up the red card.

During the season, Show Racism the Red Card in Wales, will be working with the clubs in the Welsh Premier league to continue its work in spreading the anti-racism message through a variety of ways.

Players in 35 European countries were involved in similar events as part of the Football Against Racism in Europe (FARE) network against racism and discrimination.

Show Racism the Red Card is calling for a concerted effort to make racist abuse as unacceptable in Welsh society as it has become in professional football. Almost everyone now accepts that racism at games is wrong.

What is the difference between racism in football and racism in society?

Football is a sport that is followed by all, and should be an enjoyable experience for all, whatever their racial or ethnic background.

Show Racism the Red Card would like to thank the Football Association of Wales (FAW) for their support during the Fortnight of Action.

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