The @NFL is choosing to host moments of silence for Israel at the start of every game this weekend starting tonight. A night in which the death toll in Gaza has surpassed 1,500 (over 500 being children), and human rights watch has confirmed that Israel has used chemical weapons on a civilian population. Refuse the erasure of Palestinian humanity. Now is the time for athletes and people of influence to stand.
Gaza is now out of fuel.
Whatever is left of their hospital system is about to collapse entirely.
With over a 1000 dead (hundreds being children), the wounded now have no treatment and aid has been shut off from all directions. Without electricity, the few voices from the ground will also disappear. What little remains of the now cut off water supply will dry up.
This is genocide. Every voice of conscience needs to raise awareness however they can and demand an end to this now.
We had a meeting last week with the FA. They recommended from the referees new decisions and rules.
From the managers and players, we have shared our concerns for many years now that there are too many games, the schedule is overcrowded, and itโs at a dangerous level for players physical and mental well-being.
Despite our previous feedbacks, they have now recommended for next season: longer games, more intensity, and less emotions to be shown by players. We just want to be in good condition on the pitch to give 100% to our club and fans. Why are our opinions not being heard?
As a player I feel very privileged to do the job I love every day but I feel these changes are damaging our game. We want to be at our maximum level, the best we can be and put on amazing performances for fans to celebrate every week.
I believe it is important that we, players and managers, highlight these important issues as we want to protect the game we love and give the fans our best.