Racism in the game and Megan Rapinoe speech at the FIFA Best Awards in Milan

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In a powerful speech when collecting her award from FIFA president Gianni Infantino, Megan Rapinoe highlighted the racism, homophobia and inequalities that still exist in football. She said: "Some of the stories that inspired me this year are Raheem Sterling and Kalidou Koulibaly - their incredible performances on the field and their reaction to the disgusting racism they have to face, this year but probably for their whole lives. "I ask everyone here, lend your platform to other people, share your success. We have a unique opportunity to use this game to actually change the world for better…” ========= Sport Business Mastermind is an exclusive group where high-level Sports entrepreneurs go to get their next big breakthrough. Gain access to network, contribution and collaboration, not available anywhere else in the sporting world.  To find out more and keep ahead of the game, visit us at: www.SportBusinessMastermind.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SportBusinessMasterMind/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8809679/ Podcast: http://bit.ly/SportBusinessMastermind-podcast