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Supporters at Tottenham’s soccer game against London rival Chelsea were warned three times to stop racist abuse during unprecedented Premier League stadium announcements on Sunday.
The referee was implementing FIFA’s protocol dealing with discrimination in games after appearing to receive complaints from the players.
“Racist behavior from spectators is interfering with the game,” the announcer said in a warning to fans. “Please remember that racism has no place in football.”
Chelsea defender Antonio Rüdiger was seen around the 63rd minute indicating he had faced racist abuse, imitating a monkey gesture. Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta confirmed the directed abuse.