A new movement targeting sexism in football has gone viral barely a week after launching, with support from leading figures in the women's game. "I was noticing sexist abuse towards female fans, pundits, referees, players, journalists and others on my timeline daily - it was becoming too much. Within days, #HerGameToo had gone from a standing start to reaching football fans across the country and beyond - with former USA number one Hope Solo among those to tweet their support. "Ultimately - we want to create a more welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for females at football games," says May. 'The more we educate the next generation, the better'Among those to message their support to the #HerGameToo movement was Sky Sports News' Michelle Owen, who has regularly spoken up against sexist abuse on social media.

Source: Sky sports May 28, 2021 06:56 UTC