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2 Oct 2020

US football team walks off pitch and forfeits match after alleged homophobic abuse

Culture Correspondent

The entire US football team San Diego Loyal has walked off the pitch for the second time in a week after alleged homophobic abuse was aimed at one of their players.

Collin Martin, who’s openly gay, called his team’s actions “truly moving” – and a statement that they would not stand for hate in their game.

Minnie Stephenson reports on one team’s determination to take a stand against prejudice, even if it means forfeiting vital matches.