Monaco have condemned the “unacceptable” racist abuse directed at Wilfried Singo following an incident during their recent French Ligue 1 match against Paris St-Germain. The defender, Singo, inadvertently caused a facial injury to PSG’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma during a play that resulted in a significant injury requiring 10 staples to close a cut on the goalkeeper’s face. The injury occurred when the 23-year-old Singo attempted to jump over the on-rushing Donnarumma while making a run through on goal, leading to a collision that forced the keeper to leave the pitch.
Despite having been booked earlier in the match, Singo was not penalized for this particular incident. After the game, he expressed his remorse to Donnarumma, emphasizing that his action was unintentional but acknowledging the severity of the situation when he realized the extent of the goalkeeper’s injury.
Unfortunately, in the wake of the incident, Singo was subjected to racist abuse across various social media platforms. Monaco responded to this distressing situation by firmly condemning these offensive and unacceptable comments, asserting that such behavior has no place in sports, whether on or off the pitch. The club reiterated its commitment to supporting Singo fully, underscoring their stance against racism and discrimination in all forms.
Following the match, Singo and Donnarumma were able to communicate, and reports indicated that Donnarumma would be undergoing medical examinations the day after the incident. PSG confirmed that the goalkeeper would need to take some time off to recover, highlighting the seriousness of the injury he sustained.
Monaco’s response, coupled with the expressions of support for Singo, serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility that clubs, players, and fans have in fostering a respectful and inclusive sporting environment. The incident reflects a broader issue within sports, where incidents of racism continue to emerge, calling for sustained efforts and proactive measures to eradicate such behavior from the game.
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