Bolton Wanderers condemn racist abuse aimed at player after Huddersfield match
Club says “stronger action is overdue” after reporting incident to authorities
Bolton Wanderers say one of their players was subjected to racist abuse on social media following their match against Huddersfield Town.
The club described the behaviour as “disgusting and unacceptable” in a statement released after the game.
They confirmed the incident has been reported to both the relevant authorities and the social media platform involved.
Club response
In a statement, Bolton Wanderers said: “One of our players received racist abuse on social media during today’s match against Huddersfield Town. This hateful behaviour is disgusting and unacceptable.”
The club added: “Our player has the full backing of this football club. No player should leave the field and face racist abuse on a phone screen.”
They said those responsible must face consequences and called for more action from social media companies and authorities.
“Social media companies hold the data required to identify the accounts behind this abuse and authorities possess the powers required to act. Stronger action is overdue,” the statement said.
Call for action
Bolton Wanderers said they “reject racism and all forms of discrimination” and will continue to challenge it.
The club added: “We stand with our player and we will continue to challenge racism wherever it appears.”
Incidents of racist abuse directed at footballers continue to be raised by clubs and governing bodies, with repeated calls for tougher action against those responsible.