Media playback is not supported on this device Rudiger heard monkey noises from crowd - AzpilicuetaPlayers should be "empowered" to walk off the pitch in response to racist abuse, according to Gary Neville. Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger reported being targeted by monkey chants during the second half of Sunday's 2-0 win at Tottenham. Former England defender Neville said: "Maybe we have to empower the players to walk off the pitch and stop the entertainment while it is happening. Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has said he would be "100 per cent behind" his players if they wanted to walk off the pitch amid any future incidents. "Of course I'll support Toni as we would support any of our players, or in fact any opposition players.

Source: BBC December 22, 2019 23:37 UTC