England’s Jess Carter says she will step back from social media after the defender said she has received “a lot of racist abuse” since the beginning of the 2025 UEFA Women’s Euros.

Carter revealed on social media that from the start of the tournament, she has “experienced a lot of racial abuse”.

England defender Jess Carter is ready to play in the Women’s European Championship semifinals after being targeted with racist abuse online, her coach Sarina Wiegman said Monday, adding that it's “sad” and “disgusting” that the team has to deal with such an issue.

England's players were racially abused during their second Test victory over Argentina in San Juan on 12 July.

England lodged an official complaint with World Rugby after their players suffered racist abuse from spectators during their win over Argentina in San Juan

World Rugby have upheld England's claim that their players were subjected to racist abuse from fans during a recent tour match in Argentina.