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THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS – Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand announced that he would not support soccer agent campaign Kick It Out, citing lack of efforts to bring racism out of football.
Following Reading striker Jason Roberts’ move not to wear the Kick It Out shirt – an annual tradition made in observance of the campaign. Roberts’ move met the support of manager Brian Dermott.
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, on the other hand, criticized Ferdinand for the move. He said that the defender “will be dealt with”, saying that the announcement has embarrassed him.
Kick It Out Ambassador Jason Euell said that Ferdinand’s move is a strong signal against football authorities enforcing rules against racism, as many players have played past through rival teams amidst racist abuses left poorly regulated.
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