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Alex Young

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte calls for lifetime bans after banana thrown at Richarlison during Brazil game

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has called for a lifetime ban for the spectator who threw a banana at Richarlison during Brazil's friendly win over Tunisia.

Richarlison scored in the 5-1 win in Paris but saw a banana thrown onto the pitch during his goal celebrations. The following day, Richarlison called on football’s governing bodies to take firm and swift action against those responsible for the racist attack, with Thiago Silva among the players offering their support.

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