Guehi among players opting not to take knee during Premier League matches
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Premier League clubs initiated the No Room for Racism campaign this weekend by taking the knee, with six players choosing to stand instead. Marc Guehi of Manchester City stated that he prefers to clap to show respect, emphasizing the campaign's broader societal significance. Other players who did not take the knee include Tyler Adams and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The Premier League continues to support players' individual decisions regarding the gesture. Despite ongoing discussions about the campaign's effectiveness, reports of discrimination in football have surged, prompting calls for a reevaluation of strategies moving forward.
- •Six players from five clubs did not take the knee this weekend.
- •Marc Guehi advocates for a broader discussion on anti-racism.
- •Reports of discrimination in football have doubled between 2021-22 and 2025-26.
- •The Premier League supports player decisions on taking the knee.
- •Campaign initiated following George Floyd's death in 2020.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Guehi among players not to take knee - is it time to 'move campaign along'?
- 4:41 PMBBC Football — Guehi among players not to take knee - is it time to 'move campaign along'?
"Premier League clubs took the knee for the first time this season, but six players chose to remain standing.
"Premier League clubs took the knee for the first time this season, but six players chose to remain standing.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 4:41 PMGuehi among players not to take knee - is it time to 'move campaign along'?
Premier League clubs took the knee for the first time this season, but six players chose to remain standing.
- BBC FootballOct 19, 2026, 4:41 PMGuehi among players not to take knee - is it time to 'move campaign along'?
Premier League clubs took the knee for the first time this season, but six players chose to remain standing.
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