French footballer Lilian Brassier has become the target of racial abuse on her social media platforms following a contentious foul on Kylian Mbappé during the Coupe de France round of 16 clash against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The incident occurred in the match, which concluded with PSG securing a 3-1 victory this Wednesday.
After a late and forceful challenge that resulted in a second yellow card and subsequent expulsion from the game, Brassier found herself at the center of a storm of online vitriol.
The harassment prompted the 24-year-old central defender to take the drastic step of deactivating the comments section on her Instagram account to shield herself from the barrage of negativity.
Despite having publicly apologized to Kylian Mbappé following the incident, expressing regret at the consequences of her action, Brassier became the subject of a wave of derogatory comments and, troublingly, several racially-charged insults.
The fallout from the incident has reignited discussions on the persistent issue of racism within the realm of football. The sport, often considered a unifying force, continues to grapple with instances of discriminatory behavior both on and off the field.
The abusive responses towards Brassier highlight the need for greater awareness and decisive action against racism in football. As the football community collectively condemns such behavior, it underscores the importance of fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for athletes, irrespective of the circumstances on the pitch.
In the aftermath of the match, the football world awaits potential disciplinary actions against Brassier while simultaneously advocating for measures to combat the scourge of racism that threatens the essence of the beautiful game.
Torrents d’insultes, dont beaucoup à caractère raciste, sur le compte Instagram de Brassier suite à son geste mal maîtrisé sur Mbappé hier soir. Rien ne doit pouvoir justifier cela. On est avec toi Lilian. 💪 pic.twitter.com/ouHNCKSf3U
— Brest On Air (@BrestOnAir) February 8, 2024
