Man City Star Khadija Shaw Misses Match After Racist, Misogynistic Abuse

Khadija Shaw withdrew from Manchester City's League Cup semi-final against Arsenal to protect her mental well-being following online abuse reported to authorities.

Khadija Shaw, Manchester City's record goalscorer, faced racist and misogynistic abuse online after the team's Women's Super League loss to Arsenal on Sunday.
Shaw decided not to travel for Thursday's League Cup semi-final against Arsenal, prioritizing her mental health in the wake of the abuse.
Manchester City condemned the abuse as 'disgusting treatment' and reported the messages to the police while offering full support to Shaw.
The Women's Professional Leagues Limited (WPLL) expressed shock and sadness over the incident, emphasizing that abuse has no place in football or society.
City won the semi-final 2-1 and will face Chelsea in the League Cup final on March 15, but Shaw's absence highlights ongoing issues of discrimination in sports.