CHELSEA have slammed homophobic comments aimed at their forward Sam Kerr and her fiancee Kristie Mewis.
Kerr and West Ham United midfielder Mewis announced on Monday that they were expecting a baby next year.
While there were many supportive comments, some of them were of a homophobic nature.
The Blues said in a statement: “Chelsea Football Club is aware of recent unacceptable and hateful homophobic comments published across various social media platforms.
“There is no place in society for any form of discrimination and we will not accept any abuse directed towards our players, staff or supporters.
“We are extremely proud to be a diverse, inclusive club that celebrates and welcomes people from all cultures, communities and identities.”
“I just want to support Sam. I fully support her,” manager Sonia Bompastor said at the pre-match press conference before Chelsea’s Champions League tie against Celtic on Wednesday.
“This is just unacceptable to have these kinds of comments, especially in 2024.
“It’s just crazy for me to understand how people can react like this.
“I just want to focus on the positives and give all my support to Sam and Kristie. We are really proud and really happy for them.
“As a mum I cannot think about anything else. As a woman, to have the opportunity to become a mum, that’s the best news you can have in your life.”
England manager Sarina Wiegman was asked about it and said: “It is very, very disappointing. I’m really happy for them. They look really happy and I hope it all goes well.”
