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EPL: Spurs report online racism against Kevin Danso to police

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  • Tottenham Hotspur reported racist abuse directed at defender Kevin Danso to the police after a Premier League match.
  • The club stated that performance on the pitch cannot justify discrimination and pledged strong action against offenders.
  • The incident occurred during the Premier League's

Tottenham Hotspur has taken a firm stance against the vile racism directed at our player, Kevin Danso, following Saturday's draw with Brighton. The club unequivocally condemns the "vile, dehumanising racism" that emerged on social media after the match, and we have reported this criminal offense to the police and relevant authorities.

We will push for the strongest possible action against each person we identify.

— Tottenham Hotspur statementThe club's commitment to taking action against those responsible for the racist abuse.

We will pursue the strongest possible action against each person we identify. Kevin has our complete and unconditional support, and no one at this club will ever stand alone in the face of such abhorrent behavior. It is crucial to reiterate that nothing about form or league position can ever excuse or explain racist abuse. This is not just about football; it's about basic human decency.

Kevin has our complete and unconditional support as a player and as a person. No one at this club will ever stand alone in the face of this.

— Tottenham Hotspur statementExpressing solidarity with the targeted player.

This incident, occurring during the Premier League's "No Room For Racism" campaign weekend, highlights the persistent challenge of discrimination in the sport. While Danso himself has shown remarkable resilience, stating the abuse "doesn't define me," the Premier League and anti-discrimination groups like Kick It Out have rightly condemned the behavior and called for stronger action. We stand with Kevin and all those targeted by racism, demanding a zero-tolerance approach both online and in stadiums.

Nothing about form or league position can ever excuse or explain racist abuse.

— Tottenham Hotspur statementEmphasizing that discriminatory behavior is never justifiable.
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