The Football Association of Wales and Cymru Women’s National Team players and staff are disappointed by the allegations surrounding one of our former players.
As a WNT squad that represents our country with pride and look to inspire the younger generation, it has been extremely disappointing to hear the allegations.
The actions of the individual in question do not represent us as a squad or our values, and some of those actions have also impacted ourselves, our families, and friends.
The FAW is aware of allegations surrounding the player in question and has liaised with the police regarding any potential illegal activity.
Throughout the process of being made aware of the allegations, the FAW has signposted the individual to appropriate support services. Current WNT players affected by the actions of the former player have also been offered regular support throughout the process via our safeguarding and player welfare team.
The actions taken by the academy subject to the BBC investigation were in no way affiliated to the FAW. However, the FAW would encourage those potentially affected to reach out for support but also advise that any potential illegal activity should be reported to the police in the first instance.
We would also urge parents/carers, and football clubs to undertake safeguarding and business assurances when engaging with third party providers, who are not affiliated to a National Governing Body. Further guidance on this can be found on www.safeguarding.cymru
The FAW and WNT players and staff do not wish to make any further comment.
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