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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Ap Correspondent

Anti-racism campaigners demand action after four Premier League players abused on ‘appalling weekend’

Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana was subjected to racist abuse after being sent off on Saturday (Mike Egerton/PA) - (PA Wire)

An "appalling weekend" has rocked English football after four players were subjected to racist abuse on their social media accounts following recent matches, anti-discrimination campaigners have stated.

Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana and Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri both shared images of racist messages they privately received on Instagram after their teams’ 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

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