Saturday, 23 October 2021

Again and again. Women's pro soccer players just the latest to deal with abuse

Portland Thorns and Houston Dash players, along with referees, gather at midfield, in demonstration of solidarity with two former NWSL players who came forward with allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct against a prominent coach, during an NWSL soccer match in Portland, Ore., Oct. 6, 2021.

The NWSL is reeling from a scandal involving multiple coaches and alleged abusive behavior toward players, and it's refocused attention on a familiar problem: female athletes experiencing abuse.

(Image credit: Steve Dipaola/AP)



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