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http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/apr/21/gay-football-fan-groups-equal-rights

Abuse remains but there are signs it is being taken more seriously. German club Bayern Munich faces disciplinary action after fans unfurled a homophobic banner during a clash with Arsenal in March. And former Blackburn Rovers player Colin Kazim-Richards last week became the first footballer to be convicted of making a homophobic gesture during a match at Brighton and Hove Albion FC after receiving abuse from fans of his former club. The club has been a prime target for homophobic abuse – a recent report said its fans were abused at 72% of games last season. Lynch says the FA had taken steps to tackle the issue, including writing to visiting clubs before matches.

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It's an interesting point that this happened at Brighton (my hometown), the gay capital of England. Is there a suggestion that a more overt gay presence also encourages the homophobes?

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