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‘Racism requires zero tolerance not free hits’ – Ex-England star Ince condemns UEFA protocol

The former Three Lions midfielder has called on European football’s governing body to do more, while condemning the comments of Bulgaria’s coach

UEFA needs to be taking a “zero tolerance” stand against racism, says former England star Paul Ince, with the three-step protocol on show in Bulgaria on Monday merely offering out “free hits”.

Action against those responsible for acts of discrimination was stepped up during a Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia.

With parts of the ground already closed as a result of previous misdemeanours, certain sections of the home support were removed from the stadium as proceedings were halted on the field.