Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior says ‘tough guy’ Wesley Fofana ‘absolutely fine’ after racist abuse

Wesley Fofana was subjected to online racist abuse after he was sent off in Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Burnley last weekend

27 Feb, 15:17 — 27 Feb, 15:17

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This story highlights the persistent issue of online racist abuse directed at athletes, particularly in football, following on-field incidents. It underscores the ongoing challenges faced by sports organizations and social media platforms in combating hate speech and protecting players from discrimination. The incident reflects a broader societal problem that extends beyond the sports arena.

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Liam RoseniorChelsea boss Wesley FofanaPlayer subjected to abuse ChelseaFootball club BurnleyFootball club

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