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Chelsea Condemns Racist Abuse During UEFA Youth Match

11/6/2025

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Summary

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Chelsea Football Club condemned racist abuse aimed at Under-19 players during a UEFA Youth League match against Qarabag in Baku.
The match paused after Sol Gordon scored in the 57th minute amid monkey gestures from Qarabag supporters.
Chelsea called for a UEFA investigation and said racism has no place in football or society.
Chelsea resumed play and won 5-0.
Qarabag apologized, saying the incident does not reflect the club’s values.

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Historical Context

UEFA's anti-racism campaign launched in 2013 aimed to address rising incidents of discrimination in football, with FIFA reporting that 43% of players faced racial abuse. Despite these efforts, challenges persist, as seen in Chelsea's condemnation of racist behavior during a UEFA Youth League match against Qarabag. Continued vigilance from governing bodies is essential for fostering inclusivity in sports.

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Story summary

Chelsea Football Club condemned racist abuse aimed at Under-19 players during a UEFA Youth League match against Qarabag in Baku.
The match paused after Sol Gordon scored in the 57th minute amid monkey gestures from Qarabag supporters.
Chelsea called for a UEFA investigation and said racism has no place in football or society.
Chelsea resumed play and won 5-0.
Qarabag apologized, saying the incident does not reflect the club’s values.

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