Former Brighton and Hove Albion favourite and Sky Sports pundit handed key FA role

Ex-Albion defender Liam Rosenoir is among seven members on the Football Association's Inclusion Advisory Board (IAB).
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The IAB is a subcommittee of the FA board tasked with enhancing diversity and equality at all levels of the game.

Rosenior was a popular figure during his time at the Amex Stadium.

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He left Albion in in 2018 and is currently a coach with Derby County. He has also written a column for the Guardian and was a respected pundit on Sky Sports.

Liam Rosenoir was a popular figure at BrightonLiam Rosenoir was a popular figure at Brighton
Liam Rosenoir was a popular figure at Brighton

He is a supporter of the 'Rooney Rule' - a policy meaning clubs must interview at least one black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) candidate when choosing a first-team manager.

Rosenior is joined by former footballer Marvin Sordell, Centre for Mental Health chief executive Sarah Hughes, KPMG's director of inclusion, diversity and social equality Edleen John and Transport for London's director of inclusion and talent Staynton Brown.

"The standard of candidates was outstanding and we are delighted," said IAB chairman Paul Elliot.

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"It was important to bring in people who can offer a fresh perspective from both within and outside of football.

"We've made great strides since the Inclusion Advisory Board formed in 2013 and it's crucial to bring in those who can challenge existing ideas."

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