Record rise in reports of discrimination in football, online abuse a major concern
- Kick It Out received 65% more reports of discrimination in 2022-23 season than previous year.
- Discrimination reports in professional game increased 27%, racism most common issue.
- Online abuse reports rose 279%, majority related to social media.
- Reports of sexism and misogyny spiked 400% over previous season.
- Anti-discrimination group calls for centralized reporting system to address issue.