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League One chairman claims England players taking the knee is having "adverse effect"
Gillingham FC chairman Paul Scally has called for an end to footballers taking the knee before matches in solidarity against racism.Scally spoke following a mass debate which was sparked after sections of England’s 10,000-strong support booed players for kneeling before the fixture against Romania on Sunday.Jeers were heard around the stadium prior to both of England’s recent friendlies and there are fears that this could become a recurring theme throughout the upcoming Euro 2020.Gillingham players themselves took part in the protests during their 2020/21 season in League One fixtures but Scally believes it is no longer necessary.Scally said: "I'm totally against it. The point has been made.
