 November 3, 2022 Research commissioned by Adidas with the Fare (Football Against Racism in Europe) Network says 6.7% of senior roles in football are taken by someone who identifies as black or mixed black heritage. It says though the sport may appear diverse on the field, with 39% of Premier League players identifying as black or mixed black heritage, it is a different story off the pitch. The partners involved in Merky FC initiative will each provide work placements from operations and community to creative and marketing within their businesses in a bid to change the game. The programme will be available to young people of black heritage aged 18 to 24.Adidas said){kind=link}
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Stormzy is launching a football programme with Adidas to improve diversity in the sport by helping young Black people secure roles off the pitch.
Merky FC aims to address the lack of diversity in positions such as team managers, coaches and behind the scenes by providing access to multi-year, paid professional placements.
The collaboration also brings together 10 partners including Manchester United, Fulham FC and Sky Sports as part of the careers programme, which will start in January 2023.
The British grime star, 29, said: ‘Just 6.7% of senior roles in football are taken by someone who identifies as Black or mixed Black heritage.