Newcastle United’s Premier League clash with Sunderland was halted at St James’ Park after visiting defender Lutsharel Geertruida was subjected to alleged racist abuse.
The game was paused minutes into the second half after referee Anthony Taylor was informed that Geertruida had been on the receiving end of a comment made from the crowd. He spoke to the player in question before heading to the touchline to talk with Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, captains Kieran Trippier and Granit Xhaka and stadium officials.
