League One side Burton Albion have said they are "sickened and saddened" after one of their players was subjected to racial abuse.
The incident occurred on social media, in the aftermath of Burton's goalless draw at home to Wigan Athletic on Tuesday night.
A club statement, published on the Brewers' website on Wednesday, said: "Burton Albion Football Club is sickened and saddened by vile racist abuse suffered by one of its players following last night’s game.
