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Grassroots football is huge - millions of people play at this level across the country every week.
But sometimes the fun can be ruined - by racism. Nine-year-old footie fan Balraj saw that first hand and he has been investigating the issue for Newsround.
As part of his investigation he went to meet Imrul Gazi, who is a grassroots coach at Sporting Bengal.
Sporting Bengal formed in 1996 to encourage Asian football in East London and is the most successful British Asian club - however they've experienced discrimination ever since they formed.
Imrul said that it's a regular thing for his team to face racism from other players, referees, officials, and spectators.
From his experience, parents on the side-lines are the worst culprits in youth football.
If you would like to read more about Imrul's story and similar articles, check out the Newsround wesbite: www.bbc.co.uk/...