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Yahoo
12-03-2025
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Liverpool's Taylor Hinds sexually harassed by fan during Arsenal match
Liverpool defender Taylor Hinds has revealed she suffered sexual harassment from a supporter during Sunday's FA Cup tie with Arsenal. Offensive comments were made while Hinds was receiving treatment for a head injury. The defender and one of her team-mates made match officials aware of the abuse and the supporter was removed from the stadium by the stewarding team at Borehamwood. The incident marred what was a memorable victory for Liverpool, who progressed to the semi-finals after a 78th-minute own goal from Daphne van Domselaar. Hinds said in a statement: 'Yesterday was an intense game and emotions were high, including the fans, but that did not give anyone the right to subject me to that kind of behaviour while down from a head injury. 'I am there doing the job I love and to carry on playing with that in the back of my mind was hard. All current women's players and I are playing the sport we love and should be able to do so without fearing such occurrences. Every young girl out there hoping and dreaming of becoming a footballer should know that she can do so safely and happily. 'I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters, but it is not OK and I was determined to make a stand. 'It was hard for my mum and dad to not realise what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. 'I'm doing fine and would like to thank my team-mates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions, and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. Together we can continue to make our sport better, both now and for the years to come.' A Liverpool spokesperson added: 'LFC condemns all forms of discrimination and we continue to work all year round through our Red Together programme to campaign against it. All players, now and in the future, should have the knowledge that our pitches and stadiums are safe places to play football. 'We thank Taylor for immediately raising this issue, her team-mates and everyone at Arsenal for their swift actions. We will fully support the ongoing investigation.' Arsenal said in a statement: 'We are investigating inappropriate comments made by an individual towards Liverpool's Taylor Hinds during our FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday. The supporter was ejected from the ground during the game after the incident was brought to our attention. 'Our investigation is ongoing with relevant stakeholders, and we offer our full support to Taylor throughout this time. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and discrimination of any kind and remain committed to taking strong action against such behaviour.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
The Guardian
10-03-2025
- Sport
- The Guardian
‘Sexually inappropriate comments' aimed at Hinds in Women's FA Cup tie
The Liverpool defender Taylor Hinds was subjected to 'sexually inappropriate comments' from a spectator during the Women's FA Cup win at Arsenal on Sunday, her club have said. The incident occurred while Hinds was receiving treatment on the pitch and a member of the crowd was removed from the stadium by stewards. In a statement offering the club's 'full support' to Hinds and thanking Arsenal for taking swift action, a Liverpool spokesperson said: 'LFC condemns all forms of discrimination. All players, now and in the future, should have the knowledge that our pitches and stadiums are safe places to play football. We thank Taylor for immediately raising this issue, her teammates and everyone at Arsenal for their swift actions.' The Women's FA Cup said in a statement on X: 'We stand with Taylor Hinds and offer her our full support. All players should have the freedom to play the game without the worry of discrimination and abuse – there is no place for it in football.' Hinds, who is Liverpool's vice-captain, said: 'Yesterday was an intense game and emotions were high including the fans but that did not give anyone the right to subject me to that kind of behaviour while down from a head injury. 'Every young girl out there hoping and dreaming of becoming a footballer should know that she can do so safely and happily. I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters but it is not OK and I was determined to make a stand. It was hard for my mum and dad to not realise what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. 'I'm doing fine and would like to thank my teammates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. Together we can continue to make our sport better both now and for the years to come.' Arsenal issued a statement on Monday evening confirming that an investigation was ongoing and expressing their commitment towards taking strong action against any such behaviour. 'We are investigating inappropriate comments made by an individual towards Liverpool's Taylor Hinds during our FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday,' the club said. Sign up to Moving the Goalposts No topic is too small or too big for us to cover as we deliver a twice-weekly roundup of the wonderful world of women's football after newsletter promotion 'The supporter was ejected from the ground during the game after the incident was brought to our attention. Our investigation is ongoing with relevant stakeholders, and we offer our full support to Taylor throughout this time. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and discrimination of any kind and remain committed to taking strong action against such behaviour.' Liverpool won the game 1-0 to set up a semi-final away against Chelsea, as they bid for a place in the final on 18 May at Wembley.
New York Times
10-03-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Arsenal investigating ‘inappropriate comments' made towards Liverpool's Taylor Hinds
Arsenal are investigating inappropriate comments allegedly made by a supporter towards Liverpool's Taylor Hinds during the two sides' FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday. Both teams released statements explaining that the 25-year-old and a team-mate made match officials aware of comments from a member of the crowd at Meadow Park. The alleged perpetrator was then removed from the stadium. Advertisement Hinds said: 'Yesterday (Sunday) was an intense game and emotions were high, including the fans, but that did not give anyone the right to subject me to that kind of behaviour while down from a head injury. 'I am there doing the job I love and to carry on playing with that in the back of my mind was hard. All current women's players and I are playing the sport we love and should be able to do so without fearing such occurrences. 'Every young girl out there hoping and dreaming of becoming a footballer should know that she can do so safely and happily. 'I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters, but it is not OK and I was determined to make a stand.' Thank you for the support❤️ YNWA — Tay (@taylorhinds_) March 10, 2025 Liverpool offered their full support to the Jamaica international and described the incident as 'unacceptable'. Hinds added: 'It was hard for my mum and dad to not realise what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. 'I'm doing fine and would like to thank my team-mates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions, and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. 'Together we can continue to make our sport better both now and for the years to come.' Arsenal also offered their 'full support' to Hinds and reaffirmed their 'zero-tolerance approach to abuse and discrimination of any kind'. Hinds, who spent time during her youth career at Arsenal, joined Liverpool in 2020. Liverpool won the game 1-0 thanks to a 78th minute own goal from Arsenal goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar. GO DEEPER Teams battling relegation ask for 'fair fighting chance of staying' in WSL amid widening gap (Harry Murphy – The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
Yahoo
10-03-2025
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Liverpool captain speaks out after being subjected to 'sexually inappropriate' comment
Liverpool defender Taylor Hinds has spoken out after being subjected to sexually inappropriate comments during Sunday's Women's FA Cup win over Arsenal. Hinds reported the comments to officials, having heard the inappropriate remarks while down with a head injury. Both she and a teammate went to the match officials, who informed the stewarding team. Those stewards acted swiftly to remove an individual from the stadium, with Liverpool branding the incident as "unacceptable" on its website. Speaking on Monday, Reds captain Hinds conceded it was tough to continue after hearing the comments. Hinds said to the club website: 'Yesterday was an intense game, and emotions were high, including the fans, but that did not give anyone the right to subject me to that kind of behavior while down from a head injury. I am there doing the job I love and to carry on playing with that in the back of my mind was hard. READ MORE: Diogo Jota's frank five-word assessment of his season as Liverpool star makes vow to Reds fans READ MORE: Arne Slot gives Cody Gakpo injury update as Liverpool prepares for PSG clash 'All current women's players and I are playing the sport we love and should be able to do so without fearing such occurrences. Every young girl out there hoping and dreaming of becoming a footballer should know that she can do so safely and happily. 'I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters, but it is not OK and I was determined to make a stand. It was hard for my mom and dad to not realize what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. 'I'm doing fine and would like to thank my teammates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions, and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. Together, we can continue to make our sport better both now and for the years to come.' In a statement of its own, Liverpool confirmed I was launching an investigation into the comments and offered Hinds its full support. The statement read: "LFC condemns all forms of discrimination, and we continue to work all year round through our Red Together program to campaign against it. 'All players, now and in the future, should have the knowledge that our pitches and stadiums are safe places to play football. 'We thank Taylor for immediately raising this issue, her teammates, and everyone at Arsenal for their swift actions. We will fully support the ongoing investigation.'
Telegraph
10-03-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Liverpool's Taylor Hinds sexually harassed by fan during Arsenal match
Liverpool defender Taylor Hinds has revealed she suffered sexual harassment from a supporter during Sunday's FA Cup tie with Arsenal. Offensive comments were made while Hinds was receiving treatment for a head injury. The defender and one of her team-mates made match officials aware of the abuse and the supporter was removed from the stadium by the stewarding team at Borehamwood. The incident marred what was a memorable victory for Liverpool, who progressed to the semi-finals after a 78th-minute own goal from Daphne van Domselaar. Hinds said in a statement: 'Yesterday was an intense game and emotions were high, including the fans, but that did not give anyone the right to subject me to that kind of behaviour while down from a head injury. 'I am there doing the job I love and to carry on playing with that in the back of my mind was hard. All current women's players and I are playing the sport we love and should be able to do so without fearing such occurrences. Every young girl out there hoping and dreaming of becoming a footballer should know that she can do so safely and happily. 'I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters, but it is not OK and I was determined to make a stand. 'It was hard for my mum and dad to not realise what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. 'I'm doing fine and would like to thank my team-mates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions, and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. Together we can continue to make our sport better, both now and for the years to come.' A Liverpool spokesperson added: 'LFC condemns all forms of discrimination and we continue to work all year round through our Red Together programme to campaign against it. All players, now and in the future, should have the knowledge that our pitches and stadiums are safe places to play football. 'We thank Taylor for immediately raising this issue, her team-mates and everyone at Arsenal for their swift actions. We will fully support the ongoing investigation.' Arsenal said in a statement: 'We are investigating inappropriate comments made by an individual towards Liverpool's Taylor Hinds during our FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday. The supporter was ejected from the ground during the game after the incident was brought to our attention. 'Our investigation is ongoing with relevant stakeholders, and we offer our full support to Taylor throughout this time. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and discrimination of any kind and remain committed to taking strong action against such behaviour.'
