Jess Naz Takes a Stand Against Racism in Football: 'I'm Done Being Quiet'
Tottenham's Jess Naz speaks out against racial abuse on social media, emphasizing the need to combat racism in football and society.

Tottenham forward Jess Naz has taken a firm stance against racial abuse, declaring she is "done being quiet" after receiving derogatory messages on social media. The 24-year-old, who has been a consistent starter for Tottenham this season, shared her experience following the team's penalty shootout victory over Aston Villa in the Women's League Cup.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Naz revealed, "I was going to wait till after the game to speak because I'm done being quiet. I was subjected to racial abuse in my DMs." She emphasized that racism in any form is unacceptable and called for immediate action to address and prevent such behavior.
Tottenham Football Club has also condemned the abuse, stating, "The club is disgusted by the racist abuse received by Jessica Naz via social media." The club has pledged to work with authorities and social media platforms to identify the perpetrators and take the strongest possible action against them.
Naz, who joined Tottenham from Arsenal in 2018, has been a key player for the team, starting every match in the Women's Super League and Women's League Cup this season. She also boasts six caps for the England national team.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of racism in football and the importance of speaking out against it. Tottenham and Jess Naz are united in their commitment to eradicating racism from the sport and society at large.
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