Sheffield Wednesday, in the aftermath of a tense Championship encounter, have come out strongly to denounce racist abuse directed at one of their players following their 1-1 draw against Leicester City.
Although the club did not disclose the identity of the affected player or the platform where the incident occurred, their response was swift and uncompromising.
As the dust settled from Monday’s clash, attention quickly shifted from the pitch to the disturbing actions online.
“Sheffield Wednesday are aware of disgraceful and completely unacceptable racist messages directed towards one of our players on social media following Monday’s game against Leicester,” an Owls statement read.
“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.”
Moving forward, the club’s firm stance reinforces football’s ongoing battle against discrimination, as they aim to tackle the issue head-on both on and off the pitch.
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