US Women’s National Team star Megan Rapinoe reiterated that women soccer players are angry and exhausted following an independent investigation report which found systemic abuse and misconduct within women’s professional soccer
US Women’s National Team star Megan Rapinoe reiterated that women soccer players are angry and exhausted following an independent investigation report which found systemic abuse and misconduct within women’s professional soccer. Released on Monday, the report – led by former acting Attorney General Sally Yates – was based on more than 200 interviews and reveals the National Women’s Soccer League under the US Soccer Federation failed to provide a safe environment for players.
When asked about a global response to abuse claims, Rapinoe replied: “Having some kind of policy in place – there is absolutely nothing to hold anyone accountable to it. It’s difficult to hold people accountable even when there is something in place.
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