It’s disheartening to hear about yet another incident of racism in football, and this time, AC Milan’s Guinean midfielder, Kevin Constant, was the unfortunate target. The incident occurred during a friendly match against Sassuolo, where Constant faced racist chants from the crowd.
In response to the offensive behavior, Constant, while preparing to take a throw-in, became visibly upset and kicked the ball into the stands. Frustrated by the racist abuse, he requested to leave the field and was subsequently replaced. These distressing scenes are reminiscent of a similar incident involving Ghanaian midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng with AC Milan in January, where Boateng walked off the pitch, prompting the match to be interrupted.
Despite efforts by FIFA and UEFA to combat racism in football, such incidents continue to occur. The recent episode highlights the ongoing challenges faced in eradicating this pervasive issue. It’s crucial for football authorities, clubs, and fans to work together to create an environment that is inclusive and free from discrimination. Unfortunately, in this instance, AC Milan lost the match 2-1, overshadowed by the unacceptable actions of a few individuals in the crowd.
