Millwall's Neil criticised over racial abuse stoppage comments

Millwall manager Alex Neil has faced criticism from the anti-racism organization Kick It Out following his comments regarding the protocol for halting football matches due to allegations of racial abuse. Neil expressed disapproval of the decision to stop a game after an accusation of abuse was made, prompting a public response from the campaign group.

Kick It Out has publicly addressed the remarks, emphasizing that football managers hold a significant responsibility to set the tone for the sport. The organization’s intervention highlights the ongoing tension between match-day officiating protocols designed to combat discrimination and the perspectives of team managers regarding game management.