Most importantly, however, is the fact that none of these should be seen as anything more than the inherently human reactions they are. Photograph: Valéry Hache/AFP/Getty Images The Sweden defender Magdalena Eriksson kisses her girlfriend, Pernille Harder, after Sweden beat Canada in the 2019 World Cup. It has become an iconic moment in the sport and the two Chelsea players now consciously speak up and advocate for equality and their community. With Denmark absent from the tournament, Harder attended, wearing a Sweden shirt, to support her long-time partner through her journey to a bronze medal. The USA had just beaten Kerr’s side in a seven-goal thriller to secure bronze and Mewis was comforting her girlfriend, a private exchange juxtaposed with its public setting.Īnother image that took the internet by storm was the kiss between Pernille Harder and Magdalena Eriksson after Sweden had knocked Canada out of the 2019 World Cup. One went viral when the Australia captain, Sam Kerr, and the American Kristie Mewis were pictured in a touching embrace on the pitch at the Tokyo Olympics. There have been many occasions where photographers have captured such interactions between players. In addition, many of these same couples understand the power of their platforms to try to tackle the considerable inequality LGBTQIA+ people still face in speaking openly about their relationships. Couples are common and well-known across the sport, and while more often than not they play for the same side, they are not restricted by the harmful and antiquated norms held by some fans in the men’s game. In stark contrast to their male counterparts, many players feel comfortable and supported enough to be open about their sexuality. What these posters fail to understand is the unique position women’s football holds within sport and society as a whole.
Questions have been raised about professionalism and whether the pitch is the right place for these interactions, especially with players on opposing sides. However, as is the nature with social media, it has unfortunately also garnered a few negative responses.
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The series of rainbow emojis and “love is love” replies below the post demonstrate the positive impact visibility can have. Our deepest condolences to the Kulick family in this difficult time,” the band posted on Twitter.Reaction, overall, has been largely positive reflecting the accepting nature of the game. The musician contributed to several of Kiss’ albums and worked with Stanley on his solo album in 1978. Kulick auditioned for Kiss in the early 1970s, but the lead guitarist role went to Ace Frehley, who went on to co-found the band with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Peter Criss in 1973. Please respect the Kulick Family’s privacy during this sad time. His love of music, and his talent as a musician and producer should always be celebrated. I am heartbroken to have to share the news of the passing of my brother Bob Kulick. RIP,” wrote Bruce Kulick on Twitter on Friday. “I am heartbroken to have to share the news of the passing of my brother Bob Kulick. Bob Kulick, who played guitar for the rock band Kiss, has died, his brother announced on Twitter.
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