Sunderland’s Danny Rose was sent off after the whistle after reacting to racist abuse levelled at the black members of England’s team in their play-off match. Twitter has had it’s say on the matter.
Last night saw the ugly face of racism rearing its abhorrent head once again as England under-21’s defeated their Serbian counter-parts. There has been a huge reaction to the incidents of Twitter in the aftermath with calls for FIFA to finally take more stringent action against Serbia, repeat offenders when it comes to the serious crime of racism. There was also rightful criticism for the unnecessary sending off of Danny Rose by Turkish referee Huseyin Gocek, who either completely misread the situation or used absolutely zero common sense.
Gabby Logan @Gabby_Logan
What is wrong with these people – u21 Serbia players and fans horrible humans.
Luke Aaron Moore @lukeymoore
That referee sending Danny Rose off for that. I hope he’s chuffed with himself. And then I hope he’s sacked.
Patrick Bamford @Patrick_Bamford
Scenes in England u21 game are disgraceful, no room in football for racism. #KickRacismOut
Jason Roberts @JasonRoberts30
I am FULLY condoning ALL Players picking up the ball and walking off the pitch..at ANY LEVEL..GAME DONE!! See how quickly things change…
Benik Afobe @Afobe
Horrible scenes by Serbia players, staff and fans at the end of the England u21 game. Their nation should be ashamed. #Disgraceful
Gary Lineker @GaryLineker
On a serious note, the racist abuse in Serbia appeared to be at its most vile. If that was indeed the case FIFA must take strong action!
Stan Collymore @StanCollymore
Seen 3 runs of post match scenes in Serbia now. Verdict.Ban them from competitive football for 12 months,let them stew.Fines not working.
titus bramble @19tmb
Its a disgrace the way the serbians have acted in the u21 game. Uefa will look into it and fine serbia virtually nothing. Its embarrassing
What are your thoughts on the ugly scenes in Krusevac on Tuesday night?
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