The Racist Underbelly of Australian Football Racial abuse directed at Indigenous and African descent players in the Australian Football League (AFL) is a persistent problem.
Jamarra Ugle Hagan, an Indigenous player, has recently brought attention to this issue with his comments about experiencing constant online racial abuse after every game.
The AFL's efforts to increase participation and representation from Indigenous communities have been insufficient. Despite initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion, the sport remains plagued by racism.