Dundee United have revealed how the abuse thought to be aimed at Jair Tavares that resulted in Hibs calling for an investigation came from the AWAY end at Tannadice, with the Edinburgh club accepting that findings of the probe into a remark which they believe wasn't racist.
Footage emerged of the Portuguese star appearing to be called a “black b******” and it was initially assumed it came from a Dundee United fan. However, in launching their initial investigation United said that the microphones in operation for the Scottish Premiership clash Tuesday night were at the opposite end from where the incident took place - near to the visiting support.
And they have now confirmed whatever was picked up came from the Hibs support. Their statement said: “The investigation, completed in conjunction with our counterparts at Hibs and the host broadcasters, included intensive discussions with other stakeholders, focused mainly on the context of the incident. During the course of the investigation, we utilised every available video angle and accompanying audio in an attempt to conclusively prove both where the shout emitted from, and also what phrase was shouted.
