Barcelona Fans Accused of Racist Abuse Towards Leganes Midfielder

Barcelona supporters have come under fire for launching a racist campaign on social media against Leganes midfielder Ivan Alejo. The incident occurred after a tackle by the 27-year-old Cameroonian player resulted in an injury to Barcelona’s forward Lamine Yamal during the 17th round of La Liga matches.

Following the match, fans of the Catalan club reportedly sent monkey emojis to Alejo’s social media accounts, sparking outrage and accusations of racism. The situation has raised concerns about discriminatory behavior among football supporters and the need for stricter measures to combat such incidents.

On December 16, it was announced that Yamal had sustained an ankle injury from the tackle. The 17-year-old player is expected to be sidelined for approximately one month as he recovers from the injury.

This incident highlights the ongoing issues of racism in football and the responsibility of clubs and governing bodies to address and prevent such behavior from their supporters. It also underscores the importance of promoting respect and inclusivity within the sport.