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EBU/public service media | Accessibility and media literacy | Londoner in Geneva | Servette FC & AS Roma | Ex-BBC/OSINT journalist | An espresso, please | Very deaf!

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E' morto padre Fedele Bisceglia: Cosenza dice addio al suo storico "frate ultrà" - Il Fatto di Calabria E’ morto nella notte padre Fedele Bisceglia, lo storico frate ultrà di Cosenza. Padre Fedele era da tempo ricoverato nel reparto di Geriatria dell’Inrca a Cosenza. Il religioso, 87 anni, storica figur...

Sad to hear of the death of Padre Fedele. He was the volcanic monk who worked with Cosenza ultras to open food banks and build peace between ultra gangs. Irascible, idealistic and controversial, he was a legendary figure in Calabria. Sit tibi terra levis.

www.ilfattodicalabria.it/cronaca/2025...

13.08.2025 07:52 — 👍 14    🔁 2    💬 2    📌 0

England played 360 minutes of regulation knockout football at Euro 2025.

They were behind for 173 minutes (2 hours, 53 minutes)
They were ahead for 1 minute.

27.07.2025 19:34 — 👍 76    🔁 17    💬 5    📌 6
England players celebrate their back to back Euro victories

England players celebrate their back to back Euro victories

Football is coming home, but I’m not coming home. Sorry, mum!

27.07.2025 19:38 — 👍 7    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Views outside Saint Jakob Stadion with fans heading to the gates

Views outside Saint Jakob Stadion with fans heading to the gates

Closing ceremony on the pitch before the match

Closing ceremony on the pitch before the match

A banner says « football has no gender! »

A banner says « football has no gender! »

England celebrates penalty win

England celebrates penalty win

When #WEuro2025 comes to Switzerland: the special final edition! What a way to sign off a memorable tournament!

27.07.2025 19:36 — 👍 8    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Stickers in toilets

Stickers in toilets

Players approaching the away section to celebrate

Players approaching the away section to celebrate

Outside views of the Plzen stadium. Grey skies.

Outside views of the Plzen stadium. Grey skies.

A parody of old airport departure boards including precious Servette away matches including Genk, Glasgow, Roma, Tiraspol, Prague, Razgrad and plzen

A parody of old airport departure boards including precious Servette away matches including Genk, Glasgow, Roma, Tiraspol, Prague, Razgrad and plzen

What a win! But one more leg to play. I love Servette European awaydays!

22.07.2025 21:28 — 👍 6    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
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🎂This year, we celebrated our 75th anniversary!

That means:
75 years of quality public broadcasting for all📺
75 years of shared stories, sport, & culture✨
75 years of reflecting Europe’s rich diversity🌍

... & here’s to many more!🥳

Relive our celebrations below!👇

17.07.2025 10:25 — 👍 7    🔁 1    💬 2    📌 0
A large group photo of attendees from the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. The diverse group includes many individuals in wheelchairs, standing together and smiling in front of a dark curtain backdrop. Several people wear football-related shirts.

A large group photo of attendees from the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. The diverse group includes many individuals in wheelchairs, standing together and smiling in front of a dark curtain backdrop. Several people wear football-related shirts.

A man is centre-left gesturing sign language. He wears a light green t-shirt and a lanyard. In the background to the right, four men are seated on a stage against a bright blue curtain, engaged in a panel discussion.

A man is centre-left gesturing sign language. He wears a light green t-shirt and a lanyard. In the background to the right, four men are seated on a stage against a bright blue curtain, engaged in a panel discussion.

A panel discussion in progress on stage at the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. Four speakers, including one in a wheelchair, are seated on stage with a large screen behind them displaying event details. Audience members, some in wheelchairs, are seated at round tables, listening attentively or taking photos.

A panel discussion in progress on stage at the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. Four speakers, including one in a wheelchair, are seated on stage with a large screen behind them displaying event details. Audience members, some in wheelchairs, are seated at round tables, listening attentively or taking photos.

A group of six people are seated around a white-clothed round table, engaged in conversation. One man in a black suit sits with his back to the viewer, while the other five face various directions, smiling and gesturing.

A group of six people are seated around a white-clothed round table, engaged in conversation. One man in a black suit sits with his back to the viewer, while the other five face various directions, smiling and gesturing.

🚀 Our Disability & Inclusion Fan Network set out to drive change during its launch meeting with UEFA's backing at #EFFC25 last month.

🙌 Learn about the network, meet its steering committee, & find out how to join the conversation below.

🔗 More: bit.ly/4eUSqSt

17.07.2025 11:27 — 👍 3    🔁 3    💬 1    📌 1
The views of the stadium. Cloudy. Nice pitch. Before the game.

The views of the stadium. Cloudy. Nice pitch. Before the game.

Maddli the mascot entertaining the crowds

Maddli the mascot entertaining the crowds

Italy players celebrate en masse

Italy players celebrate en masse

Teams huddled in post match speeches.

Teams huddled in post match speeches.

When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Norway quarters edition. It’s the last post of this series but what a way to end! No semi-final for me.

16.07.2025 21:39 — 👍 6    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
Views of the old city from a bridge. Blue skies. Some white clouds in the far background. Green trees. Blue river as people swims down the waterway

Views of the old city from a bridge. Blue skies. Some white clouds in the far background. Green trees. Blue river as people swims down the waterway

Fans milling outside Stadion wankdorf before the game

Fans milling outside Stadion wankdorf before the game

A view of the north stand at Stadion wankdorf. Full house. Immaculate lawn.

A view of the north stand at Stadion wankdorf. Full house. Immaculate lawn.

Match in action. Green lawn. Full stadium. Players getting ready.

Match in action. Green lawn. Full stadium. Players getting ready.

When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Spain On Tour édition in Bern.

11.07.2025 22:07 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Pre match picture outside the tribune Nord of the stade de Genève. Fans milling outside

Pre match picture outside the tribune Nord of the stade de Genève. Fans milling outside

Pre match anthems with Saleve mountain in the background. Blue sky. Stadium is almost filled with Swiss red shirts.

Pre match anthems with Saleve mountain in the background. Blue sky. Stadium is almost filled with Swiss red shirts.

Fans celebrating the last min equaliser which guaranteed them a place in the next round

Fans celebrating the last min equaliser which guaranteed them a place in the next round

Players celebrating with home fans in the tribune Nord. Jubilant scenes.

Players celebrating with home fans in the tribune Nord. Jubilant scenes.

When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Switzerland v Finland special edition! What a night!

10.07.2025 21:54 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🇨🇭 SUPER EASY ways to SAVE MONEY at the Women's EUROs! 💸

See you in Bern, Zürich, St. Gallen 👍

07.07.2025 21:06 — 👍 8    🔁 3    💬 2    📌 0
Queues outside the tribune Sud. Grey skies

Queues outside the tribune Sud. Grey skies

Players lining up for anthems before the game. Beautiful green pitch. Grey skies.

Players lining up for anthems before the game. Beautiful green pitch. Grey skies.

Fans watching the game with Italian flags in the foreground. Filthy grey skies.

Fans watching the game with Italian flags in the foreground. Filthy grey skies.

Italy players celebrate their goal

Italy players celebrate their goal

When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Portugal v Italy edition. The match of the tournament so far!

07.07.2025 21:59 — 👍 5    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
External view of stade de Genève. Fans making their way to the stadium. Fans milling outside. Blue sky.

External view of stade de Genève. Fans making their way to the stadium. Fans milling outside. Blue sky.

Sweden fans held up a big tifo in homage to the current and past Swedish players before the kick off. Immaculate pitch. Blue sky.

Sweden fans held up a big tifo in homage to the current and past Swedish players before the kick off. Immaculate pitch. Blue sky.

The women’s euro 2025 mascot making her round at half time

The women’s euro 2025 mascot making her round at half time

Sweden players celebrating with their outstanding fans after their deserved win.

Sweden players celebrating with their outstanding fans after their deserved win.

When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Denmark v Sweden edition.

05.07.2025 20:47 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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FSE Disability & Inclusion Fan Network Register your interest in being a part of the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network.

@fanseurope.org launched its new Disability and Inclusion Network to give deaf and disabled fans a platform for their views on accessibility. They seek more input from fans across Europe. Interested? Please take this survey or share the link with deaf or disabled matchgoers!https://lnkd.in/eUkvKR7s

02.07.2025 11:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Hi! I’m Zahra Nawab, a deaf PhD student at UCL. I’m looking for participants for my research on language, thinking & emotions in deaf adults.

Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch: zahra.nawab.23@ucl.ac.uk

For more information, please watch this video: youtu.be/Iw-TiANQpY0

30.06.2025 12:05 — 👍 2    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
FCK in Danish sign language alphabet. Represents fc København

FCK in Danish sign language alphabet. Represents fc København

A picture of Roy Hodgson receives praise from Malmo FF at a ceremony

A picture of Roy Hodgson receives praise from Malmo FF at a ceremony

Some of my favourite things I’ve seen during my Swedish trip. The first ever football sticker in sign language (FCK - FC København in Danish Sign Language). Deaf fans are everywhere. Also, it’s great to see a fellow “honorary Swiss” Londoner being recognised by Malmo FF fans for his work.

29.06.2025 19:49 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Malmo FF sticker

Malmo FF sticker

The international walking football championship banner

The international walking football championship banner

A screenshot of a PowerPoint slide explaining that fans caused pressure on the league not to use VAR

A screenshot of a PowerPoint slide explaining that fans caused pressure on the league not to use VAR

Djugardens stickers including the famous Paddy the Pintsman sticker

Djugardens stickers including the famous Paddy the Pintsman sticker

Sweden has a rich football culture. It is accessible for deaf, disabled, women and young fans. All sports clubs are fan-owned (at least 51%), fostering a sense of community between fans and teams. The ultras scene is vibrant. The absence of VAR and big-spending owners keeps the game popular.

29.06.2025 19:45 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Pre match tifo by AIK fans, showing retro/1950/ style cigarette card cartoons of AIK players dominating IFK players

Pre match tifo by AIK fans, showing retro/1950/ style cigarette card cartoons of AIK players dominating IFK players

Pre match line up with three tiers of the stadium

Pre match line up with three tiers of the stadium

Flags and pyros in the popular stand. Yellow and black flags. Red flares.

Flags and pyros in the popular stand. Yellow and black flags. Red flares.

IFK Göteborg fans making noise before the match. Blue and white flags.

IFK Göteborg fans making noise before the match. Blue and white flags.

Went to the AIK v IFK Göteborg match in Solna. Both teams have a bit of a rivalry. Passion was on display with a great AIK tifo and a passionate away support but AIK walked to a comfortable 3-0 win, putting pressure on Mjallby, the league leader. Brilliant home support.

29.06.2025 19:38 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The walk to the 3Arena. Overcast clouds. Fans in green and white gear.

The walk to the 3Arena. Overcast clouds. Fans in green and white gear.

The big screen features a Swedish sign language interpreter interpreting the announcement with the flags in the foreground

The big screen features a Swedish sign language interpreter interpreting the announcement with the flags in the foreground

Pre match tifo with yellow smoke bombs and a banner in the upper tier. Lower tier - green and white ultras flags behind the goal

Pre match tifo with yellow smoke bombs and a banner in the upper tier. Lower tier - green and white ultras flags behind the goal

Fans and players celebrated their 2-0 win

Fans and players celebrated their 2-0 win

Headed to Stockholm for the Hammarby v Halmstad BK match. I always want to sample the famous Hammarby atmosphere. Not disappointed. A passionate home support. The experience is accessible with a Swedish Sign Language interpreter on the big screen. A solid 2-0 win for the Green & White Men.

29.06.2025 19:33 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Views behind the goal at the Malmo IP ground

Views behind the goal at the Malmo IP ground

View from the corner of the Malmo pitch. Before the match.

View from the corner of the Malmo pitch. Before the match.

Ball boys getting ready for their takes. Clouds gathering.

Ball boys getting ready for their takes. Clouds gathering.

FC Rosengrad players celebrated their win

FC Rosengrad players celebrated their win

Just finished my whirlwind tour of Swedish football over the last three days. Here’s a mini thread.

- Ariana v FC Rosengard - a Malmö third division derby between a team founded by Afghan refugees and a local team. FCR won with a last min free kick winner. Great old school ground. 1/?

29.06.2025 19:29 — 👍 5    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
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‘I had to dip my hands in ice, they hurt so much’: inside the blossoming BSL events industry Demand for British Sign Language interpreting in live arts is on the up

If you’re enjoying watching the sign language interpreters at Glastonbury, may I share this piece I wrote about the challenges of BSL signing for live arts. The complexities of it all are fascinating.

www.timeout.com/uk/city-life...

28.06.2025 09:11 — 👍 22    🔁 14    💬 1    📌 1
A panel discussion in progress on stage at the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. Four speakers, including one in a wheelchair, are seated on stage with a large screen behind them displaying event details. Audience members, some in wheelchairs, are seated at round tables, listening attentively or taking photos.

A panel discussion in progress on stage at the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. Four speakers, including one in a wheelchair, are seated on stage with a large screen behind them displaying event details. Audience members, some in wheelchairs, are seated at round tables, listening attentively or taking photos.

A man is centre-left gesturing sign language. He wears a light green t-shirt and a lanyard. In the background to the right, four men are seated on a stage against a bright blue curtain, engaged in a panel discussion.

A man is centre-left gesturing sign language. He wears a light green t-shirt and a lanyard. In the background to the right, four men are seated on a stage against a bright blue curtain, engaged in a panel discussion.

A group of six people are seated around a white-clothed round table, engaged in conversation. One man in a black suit sits with his back to the viewer, while the other five face various directions, smiling and gesturing.

A group of six people are seated around a white-clothed round table, engaged in conversation. One man in a black suit sits with his back to the viewer, while the other five face various directions, smiling and gesturing.

A large group photo of attendees from the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. The diverse group includes many individuals in wheelchairs, standing together and smiling in front of a dark curtain backdrop. Several people wear football-related shirts.

A large group photo of attendees from the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network event in Malmö. The diverse group includes many individuals in wheelchairs, standing together and smiling in front of a dark curtain backdrop. Several people wear football-related shirts.

🤝 On the eve of #EFFC2025, we held the first-ever meeting of FSE’s Disability & Inclusion Fan Network, supported by UEFA.

🌍 Supporters from 17 countries came together to shape the network’s goals for its first year and drive inclusion forward across Europe.

27.06.2025 13:55 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

Great first day at the EFFC25 in Malmo. It was a privilege to be part of the first Disability & Inclusion Fans Network event, where we can make a positive difference for disabled football fans by working with authorities and clubs. Met some great people. Learnt a lot about Swedish football culture.

26.06.2025 21:27 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

I'm looking forward to attending my first ever EFF Congress and meeting fellow fans to discuss key topics, including accessibility in football and the new Disability and Inclusion Fans Network. I managed to book a quick detour to Stockholm for Hammarby and AIK games. It should be a great trip!

18.06.2025 19:16 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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✅ 2025/26 Champions League - QR2 (League Path) is set for the draw on 18 June.

📈 Three seeded clubs:

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Rangers
🇦🇹 Salzburg
🇨🇿 Viktoria Plzeň

📉 Three unseeded clubs:

🇬🇷 Panathinaikos
🇨🇭 Servette
🇳🇴 Brann

📢 👉 Check our Page (☝️ in bio) for details on their qualifying % chances!

01.06.2025 17:25 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Ciao Capitano! The life and tragic death of Roma legend Ago di Bartolomei

On this day in 1984, Liverpool won the European Cup against AS Roma in Rome.

For Roma, it was the start of a long unraveling and the beginning of the end for their great captain, Agostino Di Bartolomei.

www.cultured.football/p/ciao-capit...

30.05.2025 09:50 — 👍 7    🔁 2    💬 2    📌 0
The basilica of Superga

The basilica of Superga

The Grande Torino memorial

The Grande Torino memorial

Pictures of the players that were killed in the air crash

Pictures of the players that were killed in the air crash

Views of Turin from Superga, including the Mole

Views of Turin from Superga, including the Mole

Visited the Basilica of Superga and the Superga Memorial. It serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic 1949 plane crash that claimed the lives of the Torino football team, leaving a profound impact on the club, Turin and Italian football. Beautiful views from the top.

26.05.2025 12:39 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Obelisk outside the Stadio grande Torino

Obelisk outside the Stadio grande Torino

Views of the Stadio grande Torino pitch. Sunset. Clouds.

Views of the Stadio grande Torino pitch. Sunset. Clouds.

Players hugging Claudio Ranieri in his last ever match.

Players hugging Claudio Ranieri in his last ever match.

There is no CL place for the Giallorossi, but what an effort from Sir Claudio, who managed to get us in contention after that Juric nightmare. Proud of the team. Daje Roma!

25.05.2025 21:15 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The Mole tower

The Mole tower

River Po

River Po

A beautiful plaza with people enjoying the sun

A beautiful plaza with people enjoying the sun

Old team in the city centre

Old team in the city centre

Ciao da Torino! It’s my first time in this magnificent city. In town for the Torino v AS Roma match. We need a win and a Juve defeat to qualify for CL, but it’s laudable that we’re still in contention for CL places after an explicitly awful start. Sir Claudio is a miracle worker.

25.05.2025 11:42 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
Flares, pyros and flags at the tribune Nord during the lac de Genève derby

Flares, pyros and flags at the tribune Nord during the lac de Genève derby

Brilliant atmosphere last night. Big summer ahead of Servette with René Weiler, Dereck Kutesa and Enzo Crivelli leaving the club. It’s great that we finished second, which means more European adventures. The main immediate goal is to reach a group stage. And competing for the title, of course!

25.05.2025 11:37 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

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