Marc Guehi questions knee-taking's impact in anti-racism campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 7:50 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Marc Guehi, a defender for Manchester City, expressed doubt about the effectiveness of taking the knee as an anti-racism gesture during a recent match against Ipswich Town. Guehi opted to stand, reflecting a broader trend among several players, including Ipswich's Issa Diop and Leeds United's Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who also chose not to take the knee in their respective games. Post-match, Guehi emphasized the need for more impactful actions in combatting racism, stating that the issue extends beyond football. The conversation around the gesture was highlighted further when fans booed during the kneeling moment in the Leeds vs. Manchester United match. Leeds manager Daniel Farke supported Calvert-Lewin's decision, acknowledging the diversity of perspectives on how to support anti-racism initiatives.
- •Guehi stood instead of taking the knee during the Ipswich match.
- •Several players, including Diop and Calvert-Lewin, also opted to stand.
- •Guehi believes more actions are needed beyond the gesture.
- •Fans reacted negatively to players taking the knee during Leeds vs. Manchester United.
- •Farke defended Calvert-Lewin's choice, emphasizing individual perspectives on the campaign.
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Man City defender Marc Guehi questions impact of taking the knee in anti-racism campaign
"Manchester City defender Marc Guehi has questioned whether taking the knee still has the same impact as an anti-racism message after choosing to stand before Saturday’s Premier League victory over I...
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