Jadon Sancho (Photo Credit: AP)
England winger Jadon Sancho apologized for missing a penalty during the shootout against Italy in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley, but said he was not surprised by the racist abuse online.
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England winger Jadon Sancho apologized for missing a penalty during a shootout against Italy in the European Championship final at Wembley, but said he was not surprised by the racist abuse online. Substitute Marcus Rashford, Sancho and Bukayo Saka missed a spot kick in a 3-2 shootout defeat to Italy and the 21-year-old apologized for disappointing the team and fans, saying it was “the worst feeling ever”. felt in his career.
Three black players were targeted on social media after the final, which sparked a police investigation over racial abuse and condemned nationwide.
“I’m not going to pretend that I didn’t see the racial abuse that I and my brothers Marcus and Bukayo received after the game, but sadly this is nothing new. As a society we need to do better and These people need to be held accountable.”
“Hate will never win. To all the youth who have received similar abuses, keep your head held high and keep chasing the dream.
“I am so proud of this England team and how we have united the entire nation in a difficult 18 months for so many.”
Players received overwhelming support, notably after a mural was painted in Rashford’s hometown of Withington, before being covered in messages of support.
Greater Manchester Police said a man has been arrested after racist messages about players were posted on social media.
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