Newcastle condemn racist abuse sent to Guimarães, Willock

Newcastle United have condemned racist abuse sent to Bruno Guimarães and Joe Willock on social media following Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Arsenal within the Premier League.

“Our message is clear. There is no room for racism in football or society,” the membership said in a statement.

“We are providing support to Bruno and Joe and will work with relevant authorities and social media platforms to identify those responsible so that they can be held to account.”

Bruno escaped a reserving showing to lead along with his forearm onto the top of Arsenal midfielder Jorginho in a tense and fractious contest at St James’ Park.

Willock, a former Arsenal participant, was concerned within the controversial purpose when he stored the ball in play close to the nook flag, with VAR unable to decide whether or not the ball had gone out utterly or not.

The 24-year-old posted screenshots of the racist abuse he acquired on Instagram with the caption: “It’s a game of football mate, no need for this. Instagram, please find this person.”

Anti-discriminatory physique Kick It Out stated the 2 gamers have been “targeted with disgusting racial abuse”, including that social media firms should provide higher safeguards and can’t escape with out penalties.

“Sadly, this has been an almost weekly occurrence this season, and the costs on players’ mental health are huge,” Kick It Out stated.

“That is why the new Online Safety Act must click into gear as soon as possible so that players are better protected.”

The Premier League and Arsenal additionally condemned the discrimination the gamers suffered, with the north London membership saying they might take a “zero tolerance approach.”

“We will apply the strongest possible action to anyone we can identify sending hateful messages,” Arsenal stated.

Anthony Gordon scored the winner after VAR additionally checked for a foul and offside to hand Arsenal their first league defeat of the season.