FA condemns racist abuse against players after England final defeat

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LONDON, July 12 (Reuters) – The England Football Association issued a statement on Monday morning condemning racist online abuse against players after the team lost on penalties to Italy in the World Cup final. ‘Euro 2020 Sunday.

The teams drew 1-1 after extra time and Italy won the shootout 3-2, with England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka all black missing on penalties.

“The FA strongly condemns all forms of discrimination and is appalled by the online racism which targets some of our English players on social networks,” the statement said.

“We couldn’t be clearer that anyone behind such disgusting behavior is unwelcome to follow the team. We will do our utmost to support the players concerned while demanding the harshest penalties possible for any responsible person. “

Reporting by Philip O’Connor, editing by Ed Osmond

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