Färjestad BK terminates contract with Cal Foote amid fan backlash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Färjestad BK has terminated its contract with defenseman Cal Foote two days after signing him, responding to significant fan backlash. The Swedish hockey team stated they had listened to concerns regarding Foote's past involving a 2018 sexual assault allegation. Foote, along with four other Team Canada players, was acquitted of the charges last year. The club highlighted that the backlash affected the focus necessary for their players. Färjestad BK acknowledged that their decision would not resolve the emotional responses surrounding the situation, aiming to refocus on the upcoming season.
- •Färjestad BK signed Foote on July 28, 2026.
- •The team terminated the contract on July 30, 2026.
- •Foote was acquitted in a high-profile 2018 sexual assault case.
- •Fan backlash centered on concerns about Foote's past actions.
- •The club aims to refocus ahead of the upcoming season.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Swedish Hockey Club Terminates Deal with Cal Foote After Fan Backlash Over 2018 Team Canada Sexual Assault Allegation
"Foote and four ex-Team Canada players were acquitted last year in the case, which stemmed from a 2018 sexual assault allegation against them
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