Emile Heskey makes heartbreaking confession as Liverpool icon takes action

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Emile Heskey has disclosed how the horrific abuse he endured during his playing days was so severe that he actively discouraged his own sons from pursuing football careers. He maintains that nobody escapes the torrent of abuse, which affects players, managers, officials, pundits, club personnel, and their families alike.

However, Heskey confesses that his personal encounters with abuse meant he never actively supported their pursuit of professional soccer. I don't want them abused online for playing football.

I don't want academy kids targeted, matchday officials, women's players, or managers suffering this. Enough is enough." Heskey has chosen to spearhead the introduction of 'The Football Safety App', which allows supporters, players, staff, officials and families to report abuse immediately and without revealing their identity, regardless of location.