Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku was the target of “racist insults” from Juventus fans on Tuesday night during the Italian Cup semi-final first leg (1-1), denounced his communications agency.
The Belgian international equalized in added time from the penalty spot but was immediately sent off for a second booking after celebrating his goal in front of the Juve supporters’ stand with his finger on his mouth. ” Racist remarks towards Romelu Lukaku from Juventus fans are beyond despicable and cannot be accepted “, Estimated in a press release Michael Yormark, president of Roc Nation Sports International, sports management agency managing the interests of “Big Rom”.
” Before, during and after the penalty, he was the victim of hostile and sickening racist insults. He celebrated the same way he had celebrated goals before “, he added in this text published on social networks.
” Romelu deserves an apology from Juventus (…). The Italian authorities must use this opportunity to fight against racism, rather than punishing the victim “, he concluded.
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The Milan coach, Simone Inzaghi, did not mention the insults aimed at Lukaku after the match. But according to the Gazzetta dello sport, videos broadcast on social networks confirm racist insults towards the Belgian striker.
In September 2021, AC Milan and France goalkeeper Mike Maignan was the target of racist abuse during a match in Turin against Juventus.
Racist or anti-Semitic incidents are legion in Italian stadiums. On Tuesday, Lazio Rome and AS Roma were sanctioned for recent behavior by their supporters, during the derby in March for the Laziali and against Sampdoria on Sunday for the Giallorossi.
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