
Players boycotting social media over racism receive abuse
MANCHESTER, England — Some soccer players in England boycotting social media in a protest against racism were targeted with abuse for posting about the 24-hour campaign.
Talks with the social media companies are now being urgently sought by the Professional Footballers’ Association, which co-ordinated the “Enough” campaign to demand a crackdown on racism by the platforms.
There was silence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram from many players from 0800 GMT Friday for 24 hours.