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Rape case could see new conduct rules in English football

LONDON (AP) — The English Football Association is considering new rules governing conduct and eligibility of players in response to the case of a player trying to resume his career after serving time for rape.

Ched Evans
FILE – This is a Nov. 2, 2009 file photo of British soccer player Ched Evans. Evan’s is an experienced soccer player and wants to play _ but it’s beginning to look as if public opinion in Britain may prevent forward Ched Evans from ever resuming his professional soccer career. Evans, 26, is out on probation after serving prison time for raping a 19-year-old in his hotel room in 2011. Yet public reaction to his possible return to the nation’s favorite sport is becoming more and more vehement. (AP Photo’Anna Gowthorpe/PA, File) UNITED KINGDOM OUT

Although Ched Evans is eligible to resume his career, clubs have rejected the chance to sign the former Manchester City and Sheffield United striker since he was released from jail in October.

Evans was convicted of raping a 19-year-old woman in a hotel room.

FA chairman Greg Dyke says the case shows it’s important to look at the issue of behavior and attitudes … and responsibilities that come with being a participating member of the national game.

Dyke says the case will be considered as part of a review of behavior by football officials and players, and he is hoping for future guidelines or codes of conduct.

Article from: bigstory.ap.org

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