England star Jess Carter hit by vile racist abuse during Euros as she announces she's stepping back from social media
SICKENING ABUSE England star Jess Carter hit by vile racist abuse during Euros as she announces she's stepping back from social media
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ENGLAND star Jess Carter says she has been the victim of vile racist abuse online during the UEFA Women's Euros.
The Lionesses defender, who has 49 caps for England, has announced she will be "taking a step back from social media" as a result.
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England star Jess Carter says she has been the victim of racist abuse online during the UEFA Women's Euros
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The Lionesses posted a message from the squad earlier this afternoon
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In an Instagram post, the 27-year-old player said: "From the start of the tournament I have experienced a lot of racial abuse.
"Whilst I feel every fan is entitled to their opinion on performance and result I don't agree or think it's ok to target someone's appearance or race."
She said she was stepping back to "protect myself in a bid to keep my focusing on helping the team anyway I can".
"Hopefully speaking out will make the people writing this abuse think twice so that others won't have to deal with it," she added.
The Lionesses posted a message from the squad this afternoon with the caption: "We stand with Jess, and all #Lionesses players past and present who have suffered racism."
FA CEO Mark Bullingham also condemned the "abhorrent" racist abuse Jess Carter has suffered.
He said: "Our priority is Jess and giving her all the support she need.
"We strongly condemn those responsible for this disgusting racism.
"As soon as we were made aware of the racist abuse Jess received, we immediately contacted UK police.
"They are in touch with the relevant social media platform, and we are working with police to ensure those responsible for this hate crime are brought to justice."
England face Italy on Tuesday night in the Euros semi-finals.
If they win and reach the final, they will face either Germany or Spain, who play on Wednesday.
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