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World Cup 2026: Algorithms Amplified Racist Abuse Against England Players on X, New Report Finds

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026grace

Hope Not Hate argued that current efforts to combat online abuse place too much emphasis on responding only after racist material has already reached users. Although players can block users and report messages while platforms can suspend accounts, Hermansson said these actions fail to tackle how abusive posts are boosted and spread. “X does not […]

Study finds football players face higher depression and anxiety risks linked to brain health

July 12, 2026grace

Rules around heading have been implemented in youth soccer across England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, while specific restrictions on heading during practice sessions have been introduced in the professional men’s and women’s leagues in England and Scotland. Research from 2019, backed by the Football Association and the Professional Footballers’ Association, indicated that professional players faced […]