Epl clubs to stop taking knee before matches, see why
Theconscienceng reports that all English Premier League (EPL) clubs have reached a decision to stop taking the knee before matches – a gesture that began in June 2020 as a stand against racism.
This comes after a meeting held by club captains in the English Premier League (EPL) to decide on whether to continue taking the knee before matches during the upcoming season.
The anti-racism gesture has been a regular feature of English football since the summer of 2020 and was viewed as a crucial symbol in the sport’s fight against discrimination.
Its importance has been regularly debated and certain clubs, most recently Championship sides Bristol City and Swansea, last week decided to stop taking the knee.
A meeting between the 20 EPL team captains took place on Thursday with the topic of whether to keep taking the knee debated.
But, after a wide variety of views, the decision to stop was finally taken.
The Premier League has made known its intentions to support the players in whatever choice they decide.
