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Burnley Condemns Racial Slurs Against Mejbri
22 Feb
Summary
- Hannibal Mejbri received racist abuse after Chelsea match.
- Burnley issued a strong statement against racism.
- The club demands investigation and punishment for abusers.

Following a 1-1 draw between Chelsea and Burnley, the football club Burnley has issued a strong condemnation of racial abuse targeted at their player, Hannibal Mejbri. The Tunisia international midfielder publicly shared a harmful racist message he was subjected to shortly after the match concluded at Stamford Bridge.
Burnley's official club statement unequivocally reinforced their stance against racism in society. The statement emphasized that there is absolutely no place for such discrimination and called for thorough investigations into any individuals found responsible for racist abuse. The club further stressed that perpetrators must be held accountable and appropriately punished.




