April 20, 2009

THE 90-MINUTE HATE:

Juve President Slams Own Fans For Racist Chants: Inter Milan goalscorer Mario Balotelli was racially abused by some home fans during Saturday`s 1-1 draw at Juve. (Javno, 4/20/09)

Action must be taken to end Italian soccer's culture of racism, Juventus president Giovanni Cobolli Gigli said on Sunday.

Inter Milan goalscorer Mario Balotelli was racially abused by some home fans during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Juve.

Racial chanting is not uncommon in Serie A with the league usually handing out small fines to clubs.

Posted by Orrin Judd at April 20, 2009 6:39 AM
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