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18th March 2022
05:28pm GMT

"Those who racially abuse footballers ruin the game for all. I hope this case sends out the message that we will not tolerate racism, and offenders will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law."
Douglas Mackay, the CPS' sports lead prosecutor, said hate crimes relating to football have increased significantly in recent years.
"The UK Football Policing Unit's internal mid-season report has shown a significant rise in football-related criminality compared to pre-pandemic levels," he said.
"At the CPS, we play a crucial role in tackling these crimes and making our national sport inclusive and safe to watch.
"There is no place for hate in football, and hate crime such as this has significant impact on victims."
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