Fulham have taken to social media to condem the “appalling” racist and homophobic abuse received by defender Calvin Bassey after their FA Cup victory against Manchester United on Sunday.
Bassey played an important role in the London club victory over United. The Nigeria international scored Fulham’s opening goal at Old Trafford and although Bruno Fernandes equalised, the Cottagers triumphed in a penalty shoot-out to reach the quarter-finals.
Calvin Bassey celebrates scoring his Fulham’s first goal with teammates Timothy Castagne (L) and Adama Traore (R) during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match against Manchester United. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
“Fulham Football Club is utterly appalled at the racist and homophobic abuse received and subsequently shared by Calvin Bassey on social media after yesterday’s FA Cup tie against Manchester United,” Fulham said in a statement on Monday.
“We strongly condemn this abhorrent behaviour which has no place in football or society. Such actions are entirely unacceptable, and we stand in full support of Calvin Bassey, who will continue to receive our full backing.
“We will do everything in our power to work with the relevant authorities in identifying the perpetrators of these vile messages and taking the strongest form of action against them.”
Fulham will continue their quest to win the FA Cup this season when they face Crystal Palace for a place in the semi-finals.
