British Army embroiled in sexist abuse row at women's game

The UK's Ministry of Defence is investigating allegations that members of the British Army shouted sexist abuse while watching the England Women football team.

British Army embroiled in sexist abuse row at women's game
Sat, 07 Mar, 2015 - 14:57

The UK's Ministry of Defence is investigating allegations that members of the British Army shouted sexist abuse while watching the England Women football team.

An army contingent based in Cyprus attended England’s 3-0 win against Australia at the Cyprus Cup tournament in Nicosia.

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