Vecsey, George,

England Battles the Racism Infesting Soccer. George Vecsey. - New York Times, 2003. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2004. Article 46, Institutions, 1522-3256; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2004. Originally Published: England Battles the Racism Infesting Soccer, Feb. 2, 2003; pp. Sec. 8 pg. 1+.

"Now, with blacks making up as much as 15 percent of the players in the top leagues, England has outgrown its own soccer stereotype and become a leader in the fight against overt racism." (NEW YORK TIMES) This article reveals how England, once known for its fans' harsh treatment of minority players, has changed its image and is setting an example for the rest of Europe in confronting the problem of racism in soccer.

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Minorities in sports
Racism
Soccer--Europe
Soccer--Great Britain
Soccer fans
Soccer players

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