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Racism and football in England

Racist abuse for black players after England's defeat to Italy at Euro 2020.

Following defeat in a penalty shootout to Italy in Euro2020, we talk about that racism in England with a football pundit.

Also, South Africa's army is deployed to quell riots in Kwazulu Natal and parts of Guateng, following the arrest of former President, Jacob Zuma.

Plus, Nigerian papers are united against two media bills proposed by Government, and have today printed the same front page calling for press freedom.

And, SADC regional leaders are frustrated after Rwanda deploys troops ahead of theirs to help Mozambique fight insurgents in Capo Delgado province.

(Image: Messages of support placed over offensive wording on the mural of Manchester United striker and England player Marcus Rashford which appeared vandalised the morning after the England football team lost the UEFA Euro 2020 final. Credit: PA)

27 minutes

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Mon 12 Jul 202117:06GMT

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  • Mon 12 Jul 202117:06GMT

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