Lionesses condemned Jess Carter ‘Online Venoming’ after receiving racist abuse on social media

England Defender Jess Carter revealed that his lioness teammates are the target of the target of the racist abuse, which is asked to condemn as “vile … Online poison”.

Carter became a main support during the European Championship to protect Sarina Wiegman in 2022 during the UK European Championship in this summer.

27-year-old Gotham FC Player, so far, lionesses in the tournament have started each of the four games, the team is preparing for the semifinals against Italy on Tuesday.

But on Sunday Carter, the online racist messages throughout the competition, he said he would take a break from social media.

“I have experienced a large number of racial abuses from the start of the tournament,” Carter said.

“I feel that every fan has ideas on performance and result or I think that someone’s appearance or race is not good.

“As a result, I will take one step out of social media and leave it to a team to deal with it.

“I always grateful for the support of true supporters, but I am protecting this measure to protect myself to keep my best to do.

“Hopefully, they will think that people who write this abuse will think twice that others should not deal with him.

“It is proud to be part of a few historical changes with the staff of Lionesses, and my hope will make a more positive change for everyone by talking about it.

“Now I’m focused on helping my team.”

In response, the Football Association said, “This is working with police to ensure that this hate crime is responsible,” he said.

We stand in Jess, all #Lionesses Players who have been past and present in racism.

A message from the squad: pic.twitter.com/goashono5s

– Lionesses (@lionesses) July 20, 2025

Meanwhile, Carter’s British teammates, abused and announced, they would not kneel before the game with Italy.

The statement read: “We should not have to endure such evil abuse, and any walk of all Lionesses players in Jess and racism and so far, in football or any journey of life.

“It is the greatest honor that represents our country. During our time, this is not true that some of us behave differently due to the color of our skin.

“So far, before the matches, we have chosen to take the series before. We need to find another way to solve the racism of football. We agreed as a staff to stand before starting on Tuesday.

“We hope that the game can come together to see what else can do. So far, we will return our general attention to the important semi-finals.

“Meanwhile, we know that the FA is working with the British police and relevant agencies. The ones behind this online poison must be held accountable.”

Gotham FC has also issued a statement on Sunday, which is a “heartbeat”, which is a “heartbeat”, abusing the player in the club.

“We were heartwarming and angry with racist exploitation in Jess Carter.

“Jess is not just a world-class player, it is a leader and a leader of our Gotham FC family and a valuable part of our family.

“We are stopping with Jess and appreciate the support for Jess, Lionesses and Britain’s Football Association for competing in the UEFA Women’s Championship.”

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– Gotham FC (@gothamfc) July 20, 2025