US EditionFA to look into Jim Ratcliffe’s ‘colonised by immigrants’ remarks
The Football Association is assessing whether Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s remarks violate conduct rules amid widespread criticism and his apology for the controversial immigration comments.
- On Feb 12, 2026 the FA said it is reviewing whether Sir Jim Ratcliffe's remarks brought the game into disrepute after he apologised for offending some people following a Sky News interview on Wednesday.
- Ratcliffe said during a Sky News interview at the European Industry Summit in Antwerp on Wednesday: `You can't have an economy with nine million people on benefits and huge levels of immigrants coming in`, warning immigration was draining resources.
- Anti-Racism groups and supporters' bodies, including Kick It Out, called Ratcliffe's comments disgraceful and flagged errors in Office for National Statistics figures, on February 11, 2026.
- The FA will assess the comments under Rule E3.1 and E3.2 and can seek observations or issue a charge within three working days, with a Regulatory Commission hearing within ten working days.
- Fan groups warned the comments could alienate Manchester United's global community, while MUMSC said the language echoes far-right narratives, risking social division, as critics noted Ratcliffe's residence in Monaco.
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