Following a flood of racist comments during Euro 2025, English soccer player Jess Carter has quit social media. Following her group stage performances, particularly in difficult games against France and Sweden, the England and Chelsea defender was the subject of online abuse. But what began as a critique of football soon turned into something far more sinister.

The mistreatment had been occurring from the beginning of the competition, Carter revealed in an Instagram post.

Jess Carter gives up social media.

Jess made it clear in her statement that while she is okay with others holding opinions about how players perform—that's part of the job—she draws the line at racist and personal attacks. Her team will manage her accounts moving forward, she added, so she can concentrate on the game.

Despite everything, Carter has not let the hate define her tournament. She has stayed committed to the squad and helped push England all the way to the semi-finals, reminding fans and critics alike that she’s there to represent her country - and do it with pride.

England squad stops taking the knee before matches

In response to Carter’s experience and wider concerns around performative gestures, the Lionesses announced they would no longer kneel before kick-off. In a joint statement, the players said the symbolic act “isn’t hitting as hard” anymore and stressed the need to find new ways to tackle racism head-on, informs The Guardian.

The issue extends far beyond the field, according to Arsenal player Lotte Wubben-Moy, who also shut down her own accounts. She specifically mentioned platforms that allow abuse to flourish without repercussions and stated that she no longer wants to support those systems.

The team's choice was the result of open and honest discussions among themselves, according to Lucy Bronze speaking to The Guardian. Recent occurrences have led the athletes to reconsider their strategy, even if kneeling used to convey a strong message. "It's about more than just football now. It's about real action," she said.

There is support from all political and football sectors.

The Football Association announced that it is collaborating closely with British law enforcement and social media companies to find the perpetrators of the misconduct. In a statement, CEO Mark Bullingham described the incident as "deeply disappointing" but, regrettably, not novel, noting that response protocols had already been established as a result of prior incidents.

Carter was commended by the Kick It Out campaign organization for prioritizing her mental well-being and for acting courageously. In addition to condemning the misconduct, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that there is no place for racism in sports or in any other sector, according to The Guardian.

FAQs

Why did Jess Carter deactivate her social media?

She left social media after receiving repeated racist abuse during Euro 2025.

What did the England team do in response to the abuse?

They decided to stop taking the knee before matches, saying it no longer felt effective.

Is Jess Carter still part of the England squad?

Yes, she remains committed to the team and proud of their progress.

What actions did the FA and Uefa take?

They contacted police and tech platforms to identify the perpetrators and condemned the abuse.

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