Millwall's Neil criticised over racial abuse stoppage comments
Summary
During a football match between Millwall and Swansea City, the game was stopped for seven minutes after alleged racist chants were aimed at Swansea player Ji-sung Eom. Millwall’s manager, Alex Neil, expressed frustration about the stoppage, while the anti-racism group Kick It Out and both clubs supported the decision to pause the game and investigate the incident.Key Facts
- The Championship match was paused for seven minutes because of reports of racist abuse towards Swansea substitute Ji-sung Eom.
- Referee Edward Duckworth stopped the game to speak with coaches and the Millwall safety officer about the incident.
- Millwall manager Alex Neil said stopping the game "kills the momentum" but acknowledged the need to handle the situation.
- Kick It Out, an anti-racism group, emphasized that player safety is more important than keeping the game flowing.
- Both Millwall and Swansea City condemned the racist abuse and said they follow strict rules against discrimination.
- Police are investigating the alleged racist chants using CCTV footage from the stadium.
- After the stoppage, Millwall conceded a late goal and lost the game 1-0.
- Swansea head coach Vitor Matos praised the referee and Millwall staff for handling the situation properly.
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