Richarlison has responded to all the love and support that has been shown his way since the Brazil vs Tunisia racism incident and has issued a Tottenham rallying call ahead of his side's vital Premier League clash against Arsenal.
As all players start making their way back to their respective clubs after the last international break prior to the FIFA Qatar World Cup, one incident on Tuesday night has left a bitter taste in everyone's mouth. This is because, during the 5-1 Brazil victory over North African side Tunisia in Paris, it was reported that a banana was hurled in the direction of Richarlison, who admitted after the incident that he didn't know how to react in the heat of the moment.
He told local media post-match: "I don't know what I could have done in the heat of the moment. May this fan be identified and punished. You see what happened with Vinicius Jr. recently and now this, inside a stadium. May the authorities find and punish him. May this incident teach other people not to do it."
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In the aftermath of the event itself, Thiago Silva alongside Spurs themselves have come out to condemn the action of that one stupid supporter who was present in the Parc des Princes.
"We are disgusted by the racist abuse of Richarlison at last night’s game between Brazil and Tunisia. This has no place in football, or anywhere. We stand with you, Richy," Tottenham's latest social media post read.
It was unknown just the impact this would have on the Brazilian's availability and mental state ahead of the big North London Derby at the weekend but Antonio Conte's worries can now be eased with the player in question sending out love to the fans for their supportive messages and at the same time making a rallying call ahead of the early Saturday kick-off.
His tweet on @richarlison97 translated to: "Thanks for the messages and concern, folks! Let's go!"
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