Blackpool said they are 'appalled by the abhorrent, racist abuse received by Grant Ward, offering him their 'full and unwavering support'; Lancashire Police on Wednesday confirmed an investigation is underway; Instagram also investigating the abuseLancashire Police have opened an investigation after Blackpoool winger Grant Ward received racist abuse on Instagram following Tuesday's 1-0 win over Sunderland. After all that's happened, people are still sending racist messages out online on fake accounts, something needs to be done." The police statement read: "We are investigating after racist abuse was sent to a Blackpool FC footballer. It read: "Blackpool Football Club is appalled by the abhorrent, racist abuse received by Grant Ward following the team's fixture at Sunderland last night. We utterly condemn the vile abuse directed at Grant Ward following our match against Blackpool.

Source: Sky sports April 28, 2021 14:48 UTC