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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


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Joanie Evans: ‘Whoever you want to be in sports, there is a place for you’

Joanie Evans: ‘Whoever you want to be in sports, there is a place for you’

Joanie Evans is the Co-President of the Gay Games and was an influential member of trailblazing lesbian team Hackney WFC - the first openly gay team in Europe. We spoke to her about her experiences as a gay woman in football and how the game has progressed through the years. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 9th February, 2021

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Troy Townsend reflects on Black History Month

Troy Townsend reflects on Black History Month

As we reach the end of Black History Month, our Head of Development Troy Townsend reflects on his own history and what Black History Month means in 2020. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 30th October, 2020

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Barking Town, Plymouth Argyle and England: The story of black pioneer Jack Leslie

Barking Town, Plymouth Argyle and England: The story of black pioneer Jack Leslie

Plymouth Argyle have named their new boardroom after black pioneer Jack Leslie. Resident blogger Asif Burhan tells the story of his career and losing out on an England place because of his race. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 18th December, 2019

Updated: 13th November, 2020

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Getting The Third Degree Review: A Powerful Story of Race, Football and Culture

Getting The Third Degree Review: A Powerful Story of Race, Football and Culture

Kick It Out's resident blogger Asif Burhan reviews Getting The Third Degree, the organisation's new place on the life and legacy of Laurie Cunningham. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 7th November, 2019

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India vs Bangladesh: the Englishmen coaching in South Asia

India vs Bangladesh: the Englishmen coaching in South Asia

Ahead of India's 1-1 draw with Bangladesh in Kolkata, resident blogger Asif Burhan spoke to former India coach Stephen Constantine and Bangladesh coach Jamie Day about the development of Asian football. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 16th October, 2019

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Broadcaster and Kick It Out supporter Reshmin Chowdhury looks ahead to UEFA Awards

Broadcaster and Kick It Out supporter Reshmin Chowdhury looks ahead to UEFA Awards

Resident Blogger Asif Burhan spoke to sports broadcaster and long-term Kick It Out supporter Reshmin Chowdhury as she prepares to host UEFA's Awards and Champions League draw. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 28th August, 2019

Updated: 29th August, 2019

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Liverpool v Bayern Munich preview: Howard Gayle - 61 minutes in Munich

Liverpool v Bayern Munich preview: Howard Gayle - 61 minutes in Munich

Ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich on Tuesday, Kick It Out’s resident blogger, Asif Burhan, spoke to Howard Gayle – a very special debutant the last time the two teams met in the competition. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 18th February, 2019

Author: Steve Jones

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Viv Anderson - Part of A Long Line of English Black Football Pioneers

Viv Anderson - Part of A Long Line of English Black Football Pioneers

In 1978, Viv Anderson made history as the first Black man to play for the England national senior team. Resident Blogger Asif Burhan takes a look back at a series of landmarks of England's Black male footballers. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 30th November, 2018

Updated: 26th November, 2020

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Kick It Out ambassador Toni Duggan prepares for first game as England captain

Kick It Out ambassador Toni Duggan prepares for first game as England captain

Resident blogger, Samantha Miller, spoke to Kick It Out ambassador and Barcelona forward Toni Duggan as she captained England for the first time. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 8th November, 2018

Updated: 26th November, 2018

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Grassroots figureheads - Peter Augustine, County Coach Developer at The FA (Part Two)

Grassroots figureheads - Peter Augustine, County Coach Developer at The FA (Part Two)

Peter Augustine, County Coach Developer at The FA, reveals how Surrey FA are looking to bring football to the whole county, as well reflecting on discrimination in grassroots football and the importance of Kick It Out. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 3rd August, 2018

Updated: 30th October, 2018

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Asif Burhan speaks to commentator and Kick It Out supporter Clive Tyldesley – Part Two

Asif Burhan speaks to commentator and Kick It Out supporter Clive Tyldesley – Part Two

Ahead of the World Cup in Russia, Kick It Out’s resident blogger Asif Burhan spoke to ITV’s lead commentator and Raise Your Game mentor, Clive Tyldesley, about his World Cup memories. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 29th June, 2018

Updated: 30th October, 2018

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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Asif Burhan speaks to commentator and Kick It Out supporter Clive Tyldesley – Part One

Asif Burhan speaks to commentator and Kick It Out supporter Clive Tyldesley – Part One

Ahead of the World Cup in Russia, Kick It Out’s resident blogger Asif Burhan spoke to ITV’s lead commentator and Raise Your Game mentor, Clive Tyldesley, about his World Cup memories. Read more

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From the grassroots level to the top of the professional game, everyone has a story to tell.

This section of the Kick It Out website includes features around the amateur game, women working in football, Kick It Out's Chair, and much more.

Kick It Out also hosts a variety of articles from resident blogger Asif Burhan, as well as interviews with former and current players discussing the issues that matter most to them in the modern game.


Published: 14th June, 2018

Updated: 30th October, 2018

Author: George Starkey-Midha

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