Person: Simon Charlesworth

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Nike reject anti-racism campaign claims

John Skilbeck

Fri, 11 Feb, 2005

Anti-racism campaign not about publicity: Nike

Gary Neville’s claims that Nike might look to gain commercial advantage from football’s latest anti-racism campaign were today strenuously denied by the sportswear manufacturers.

Thu, 10 Feb, 2005

Soccer: Blatter blocks Rio’s route to court

OUTSPOKEN FIFA president Sepp Blatter has blocked Rio Ferdinand’s path to civil action over his eight-month ban imposed for missing a drugs test.

Tue, 23 Dec, 2003

Backing grows for Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand has received the backing of the PFA, Nike and the legal profession over his intention to appeal against his eight-month drugs ban.

Mon, 22 Dec, 2003

Nike stand by Rio Ferdinand sponsorship

Sportswear giants Nike have vowed to stand by Rio Ferdinand despite his eight-month ban for missing a drugs test.

Mon, 22 Dec, 2003