Millwall Football Club has made the decision to withdraw goalkeeper Liam Roberts from the player of the season award to shield him from renewed online abuse. After a serious incident during an FA Cup match against Crystal Palace, where Roberts was sent off for a foul, he has faced significant backlash, including death threats. Captain Shaun Hutchinson conveyed the team’s concern, emphasizing that acknowledging Roberts in the awards could reignite negative attention. The club aims to support Roberts during this difficult time while maintaining focus on player safety.
As we approach the end-of-season awards ceremony and celebrate some of the outstanding performances across the campaign, we want to be open and transparent with you about a subject we've discussed as a squad.
Your incredible support for Liam Roberts since the Crystal Palace match has meant the world to him and his family during an incredibly difficult time.
Robbo and his family endured endless, horrific online abuse following the FA Cup tie. He and his wife received death threats, his name was dragged through the headlines.
We can't allow that to happen again and have shared this view with the Millwall Supporters' Club.
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