Ten EFL clubs are part of a group calling for a series of reforms designed to make football more sustainable. The Fair Game group is calling for an independent regulator, backed by powers of statute, to oversee the English men’s and women’s professional game. Equality, diversity and inclusion standards must be indexed in a consistent way by governing bodies and clubs, the group says, while measures must be taken to safeguard clubs’ heritage. “Let’s bring in a system that protects a club’s crown jewels – the badge, the name, the nickname, the colours, its location. “At Fair Game, we are committed to making sure the same fate does not befall this latest review, and that it comes with teeth and delivers real and meaningful change.”

Source: Express July 01, 2021 10:42 UTC