A game in the ninth tier of English football was abandoned on Saturday following an allegation of racist abuse. Croydon released a statement saying the player accused of making the remark “firmly denies” the allegation. Croydon said they would participate fully in any investigation which is conducted and said that the incident did not involve spectators of either side. “AFC Croydon Athletic joins with all of football in condemning any discriminatory behaviour or language and have the highest expectations of its officials, management, players and spectators,” their statement read. “We celebrate the diversity of our teams, being reflective of the community within which we are located.”

Source: The Guardian December 30, 2019 13:18 UTC