Waterford FC taking allegation of racist remark "incredibly seriously"
Waterford FC are treating an allegation of racism towards a Shamrock Rovers player "incredibly seriously'.
The clubs met in a Premier Division clash at the RSC on Friday night, with the Hoops coming from behind to win 3-1.
But Shamrock Rovers reported that a Waterford fan made a racist comment at their teenage star Victor Ozhianvuna - who is lined with Arsenal - as he was warming up.
The matter was referred to the authorities and the FAI are awaiting the match delegate's report before determining what the next steps will be.
Waterford FC today issued a statement, confirming that they are taking the allegations seriously.
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The Blues statement read: '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.'
Waterford's statement continued: '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.'
The FAI have also issued a statement on the matter.
It read: "The League of Ireland can confirm that we have been made aware of an alleged incident of racist abuse towards a Shamrock Rovers player last night from a supporter in attendance at their fixture against Waterford in the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division.
"In accordance with FAI regulations on racism and discrimination, an investigation has been opened into the incident and we will work with both Clubs, An Garda Síochána and all relevant stakeholders throughout this process.
"The FAI and the League of Ireland condemn any acts of discrimination or racism in our League and have a zero-tolerance policy when dealing with racism in our game towards players or staff, be it on a football pitch, at a stadium or online."
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