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Following accusations from fellow pundit Eni Aluko that he might hinder broadcast opportunities for women, Ian Wright has rejected her subsequent apology.
The former star for England's women's team recently directed comments towards Ian Wright regarding his role as a pundit covering women's football.
Aluko emphasised the need to ensure female pundits have equal opportunities, implying that the number of such roles is limited and that male pundits should be mindful of this.
Many were surprised by her comment, which quickly went viral on social media and was noticed by the Arsenal legend.
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14:22 - 26.04.2025
Aluko apologises to Arsenal legend Ian Wright after facing backlash over recent comments
The former Chelsea and Birmingham City star took to Instagram to apologise to the Gunners icon
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Lagos-born Chelsea legend accuses Ian Wright of blocking opportunities for women
Former Chelsea striker criticised Ian Wright's involvement in women's football broadcast.
Ian Wright responds to Aluko
Aluko expressed remorse to Wright for her remarks, acknowledging the error in singling him out when discussing a wider issue concerning women's football.
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However, the former Arsenal star said in a video on Instagram, as reported by the Sun, that he has not accepted her apology.
"I'm very disappointed by what Eni has said. She knows how I have helped her and supported her publicly, and I know the previous conversations she's had with me and my management.
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"I've seen the apology on social media, but I can't accept it, but I also want to move on from it. I don't need any further social commentary directed at anyone.”
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