Protest Against FA’s Transgender Inclusion Policy at Wembley
A protest occurred outside Wembley Stadium prior to the England men’s football match against the Republic of Ireland, addressing the Football Association’s transgender inclusion policy. This was triggered by a decision to ban a 17-year-old girl for allegedly discriminatory remarks made toward a transgender opponent during a grassroots match. The case highlights tensions surrounding gender representation in sports and the complexities of discrimination policies under the Equality Act 2010.