Rushden & Diamonds’ match abandoned after alleged sexist abuse towards referee

<ul><li><p>Match at Coventry Sphinx called off after incident</p></li><li><p>Female official did not feel comfortable continuing</p></li></ul><p>AFC Rushden &amp; Diamonds’ game at Coventry Sphinx was abandoned on Saturday after sexist abuse was allegedly aimed at a female referee, both non-league clubs said.</p><p>“A comment of a sexist nature was allegedly directed toward the female match official towards the end of the first half. Attempts to identify the individual were unsuccessful,” AFC Rushden &amp; Diamonds said in a statement.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/nov/16/rushden-diamonds-match-abandoned-after-alleged-sexist-abuse-towards-referee">Continue reading...</a>