Sheffield Wednesday condemn racist abuse after player targeted during Leicester match
The relegated Owls, who have not named the player targeted, have vowed to work with authorities to get to the bottom of the matter.
Sheffield Wednesday have condemned racist abuse aimed at one of their players on social media following Monday’s home Championship match against Leicester.
The relegated Owls, who have not named the player targeted, have vowed to work with authorities to get to the bottom of the matter.
The club posted on X: “Sheffield Wednesday are aware of disgraceful and completely unacceptable racist messages directed towards one of our players on social media following Monday’s 1-1 draw against Leicester.
“The club condemn in the strongest tone any form of racism or discrimination and will work side by side with the relevant authorities to bring the offenders to justice.
“It is not the first time we find ourselves in this position. It is deplorable on every level. Our zero-tolerance stance remains steadfast and unequivocal. Racism is cowardly. It has no place in society. We stand together, and only together can we stamp it out.”