Waterford 'disappointed' over fan racism allegation towards Shamrock Rovers player
Waterford have said that they are co-operating with the relevant authorities after an alleged incident of racism towards a Shamrock Rovers player by one of their supporters.
Rovers were 3-1 winners at the RSC on Friday evening, but the result has been overshadowed by the allegation, with the away side understood to have reported the incident post match.
"Waterford Football Club are disappointed to be made aware of an allegation of racism towards a Shamrock Rovers player during our SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division game on Friday 16th May.
"We are a community-based football club who pride ourselves on our inclusion and are proud to welcome all to the RSC.
"The club take all reports of discrimination incredibly seriously and are fully co-operating with the authorities on the matter.
"We stand side by side with the League of Ireland and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game.
"Waterford Football Club would encourage anyone who witnesses such behaviour to report in confidence via our direct number 051-271160 or via email to office@waterfordfc.ie."
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