Footballer banned for trans comment demands apology

A teenage amateur footballer who was banned by the Football Association for comments made to a transgender opponent has called on the sports body to apologise.

- HOLLY BANCROFT

Cerys Vaughan, who was 17 when the FA sanctioned her for improper conduct last year, said the case has impacted her life.

Ms Vaughan said she asked the rival player if they were a man during a friendly match during a women's game in Lancashire.

When she realised the player was a transgender woman, she says she spoke to the referee about the player's inclusion in the game. She said she raised concerns about fairness and safety, and asked whether the player was allowed to play in the match.