Leicester academic recognised as an influential black figure in English football.
University of Leicester academic Dr Paul Campbell has been named on 'The Football Black List 2022', a list which highlights the most influential black figures in English football from across the industry.
Dr Campbell is included alongside the likes of Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka and Raheem Stirling.
The Football Black List was founded in 2008 by Leon Mann MBE and Rodney Hinds. It has become the most respected celebration of African and Caribbean achievement in the British game.
Dr Campbell is an Associate Professor in sociology and race and inclusion in sport at the University of Leicester, and is a leading voice in the study of the experiences of black footballers in British football.
At the moment his work includes researching the social and historical experiences of black women footballers in local football networks.
He explains the significance of this list to Summaya Mughal.
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