ANTONINE FC, along with Wet Wet Wet drummer Tommy Cunningham, showed racism the red card at Antonine Sports Centre last week.

The day was part of this year’s ‘Fortnight of Action’ to mark Black History Month 2015. The theme for this years ‘Fortnight of Action’ is ‘This is my Home’ which promotes a positive message about immigration in Scotland.

‘This Is My Home’ is a series of seven short documentary films from SRtRC exploring the issues of immigration and racism from the point of view of Scotland’s migrant community. ‘This is My Home’ was produced for SRtRC by Glasgow-based filmmaker David McGinty, thanks to sponsorship from the Educational Institute of Scotland.

Humza Yousaf, MSP for Glasgow said: “#thisismyhome is a very powerful video with an important message that regardless of our colour, ethnicity or faith, Scotland is home to many diverse people and communities. I have often been told to “Go back home” which is one of the most hurtful insults anyone can throw my way as I have no other home than Scotland. By encouraging people of all backgrounds to show a united front against racism we can overcome hateful and intolerant attitudes, wherever they exist.” Antonine FC coach Tommy Leck stated: “There should be no place for racism in any walk of life and especially in sport. At the Antonine FC we have a zero tolerance policy toward racism and sectarianism.” SRtRC Campaign Manager Nicola Hay was thrilled to have Antonine FC and Tommy Cunningham ‘warm’ Scotland up for this year’s event.

She said: “At a time when a wide range of social injustices continue to divide communities, SRtRC hope you will join us in promoting a strong anti-racism message and celebrating unity, togetherness and solidarity.”