UEFA Investigates Dinamo Zagreb Player Hoxha Over Alleged Racism

UEFA has initiated an investigation into a possible racist incident that occurred during the Europa League playoff match between Norway's Viking and Croatia's Dinamo Zagreb. The inquiry follows a report by Viking player Tobias Moi to UEFA officials immediately after the game.

The Norwegian club confirmed Moi's interaction with UEFA representatives and issued a statement strongly condemning all forms of racism and discrimination. Viking pledged full cooperation with the ongoing investigation, emphasizing that neither the club nor Moi would provide further comments until its conclusion. "What Tobias experienced, we take very seriously," the club stated.

Initial reports were unclear about the specifics of the incident or the identity of any potential perpetrator. However, Norwegian media outlets have since suggested that Dinamo Zagreb's winger, Arbër Hoxha, is the player Moi identified in connection with the alleged racist remark. The incident reportedly occurred in the 57th minute, following a yellow card shown to Viking's Zlatko Tripić, and involved a physical altercation between Moi and Hoxha.

While Moi allegedly attempted to alert the referee to what he perceived as a racist outburst during the match, the television broadcast did not provide a clear view of the event. Hoxha's name has surfaced in Norwegian media and sources, but UEFA has yet to officially confirm his involvement or provide details of the complaint. Dinamo Zagreb has acknowledged receiving notification from UEFA about the investigation but stated they have no further details or confirmation regarding the identity of any accused individual.

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What Tobias experienced, we take very seriously.