The Durand Organising Committee mentioned it has taken severe cognizance of the incident associated to racism in opposition to a Bengaluru FC participant through the crew’s recreation in opposition to the Indian Air Force.
Resolved the difficulty: Durand Cup organisers reply to Bengaluru FC racism allegations (PTI Photo)
HIGHLIGHTSTook swift motion on an incident associated to racism: Durand Cup Organising CommitteeBFC alleged that considered one of their gamers was racially abusedDurand Organising Committee didn’t point out what measures had been taken
The Durand Organising Committee, a part of Durand Football Tournament Society (DFTS), mentioned that it took severe cognisance of the incident of discrimination on racial traces, reported in Match No. 15 of the Durand Cup recreation.
BFC alleged that considered one of their gamers was racially abused through the recreation held on the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Tuesday.
“Bengaluru FC is aware of a racist comment made by a player from the opposition, towards one of our players, during the Durand Cup game that took place on Tuesday evening,” the previous ISL champions mentioned in a press release.
“We are in touch with the relevant authorities in this regard. Our message is clear — discrimination has no place anywhere. Football is for everyone.”
Although the organisers mentioned “swift action was taken” and the matter has been resolved, they didn’t point out what measures had been taken.
“Swift action was taken and the matter has been resolved, post the joint intervention and mediation of all stakeholders including the All India Football Federation (AIFF),” the organisers mentioned in a press release.
“We thank all for the support provided. We will always stand up in the fight to eliminate any form of discrimination from the beautiful sport of football,” the assertion additional learn.
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