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Hannibal Mejbri: FA probes Burnley player’s claim of racial abuse

The Football Association is investigating a report of an alleged racist remark made towards Hannibal Mejbri during Saturday’s game between Preston North End and Burnley.

Burnley midfielder Hannibal has accused Preston forward Milutin Osmajic of racially abusing him during the 0-0 draw at Deepdale.

Preston have said Osmajic has “strongly refuted” the claim.

Hannibal reported the allegation immediately to referee Andrew Kitchen and the FA is expecting to receive the official’s report on Monday, which will include details of the incident.

Following the game, former Manchester United player Hannibal said in an Instagram post: “I will not be silent about what happened. I will always call out racism whenever I hear or see it.

“That is the only way we change as a sport and a society. I am a strong person but nobody should have to experience this disgusting abuse on the pitch.”

Burnley have said they were “aware of an alleged comment” and would offer their full support to the 22-year-old.


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