Raheem Sterling unafraid of critics, promises to continue speaking up against racism

Manchester City star Raheem Sterling lent his support to Black Lives Matter campaign this week, a movement that has rocked world, particularly USA, after killing of George Floyd by a police officer. England international asserted that racism is only disease y are fighting across world at moment.

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Raheem Sterling on racism: Solution needed against hate crimes  

Raheem Sterling has been quite vocal about prevalent racism, particularly in football. Sterling himself was subject to racist chants when he was on national duty for England in Euro 2020 qualifiers last year. While speaking to BBC, Sterling compared racism to coronavirus pandemic, claiming that a solution against heius crime was needed. He asserted that racism isn't a recent phemen, but something that has been prevalent for years.

Raheem Sterling on racism: George Floyd protests should be peaceful 

Raheem Sterling was asked for his opinion about protests that have rocked USA as well as Europe in aftermath of killing of George Floyd. He lent his support to protesters while asserting that y were trying to find a solution to stop racial injustice. He, however, asserted that protests should continue as long as y do t turn violent. re were instances of some protesters turning violent in United States, leading to clashes with law enforcement authorities.

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Raheem Sterling on racism: Mere talks won't bring an end to racism

Raheem Sterling claimed that people were tired of racism that has existed since centuries. He stated that people are ready and er for a change against this crime that has plagued society. However, mere discussions and talks won’t bring about any positive changes, but things need to be worked at with careful implementation.

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Raheem Sterling on racism: More footballers should support George Floyd protests

Raheem Sterling was asked if he ever thought about his professional career before speaking against racism. 25-year-old stated that he will continue to raise his concerns and spark debates on such crimes. He also stated that he will try to influence or stars in Premier League as well as England national team to speak for equality in society. Sterling’s close friend and Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho was among first from sport to speak against killing of George Floyd.

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