F1 champion Lewis Hamilton blasts “unacceptable” racist abuse of England stars
England’s hopes of ending a 55-year wait for a major trophy were dashed in an agonising penalty shootout defeat to Italy ওin the Euro 2020 final at Wembley on Sunday night.
Ev🌠en before kick-off, the match was overshadowed by the behaviour of ticketless England fans who broke into 𝄹Wembley, as well as unsavoury scenes witnessed across the capital in the build-up to the game.
Rashford, Sancho and Saka each♋ missed penalties in the 3-2 shootout loss and all three players were subjected to a barrage of racist abuse on social media.
“The racial aꦯbuse on social media towards our players after yesterday’s game is unacceptable,” Hamilton said on Instagram.
“This sort of ignorance has to be stopped🅠. Tolerance and respect for players of colour should not be con🐻ditional. Our humanity should not be conditional.
“Ple♐as🙈e call out those you see posting hatred online. Challenge them to see the humanity in everyone regardless of their colour.
“Super proud of 💙how far the England team were able ♑to go. Super proud of Bukayo Saka, Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford and the entire team.”
England manager Gareth Southgate described the abuse - which is being investigated by The Metropolitan Police - as “unforgivable”, while ꧅Prime Minister Boris Johnson condemned it as “appalling”.
The Duke of Cambridge, who watched the matchౠ at Wembley with Prince George and the Duchess of Cambridge, tweeted: “I am sickened by 🗹the racist abuse aimed at England players after last night’s match.
"It is totally unacceptable that players 🌠have to endure this abhorrent behaviour. It must stop now and all those involved should be h🧸eld accountable."
For the courage you showed.
— England (@England)
For the way you played.
For the next generation you’ve inspired.
We’re so proud of you, lads. Keep your🐓 heads held high.
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