Racial abuse of Black players spikes early in European soccer season

Racial abuse of Black players spikes early in European soccer season Updated 28 mins ago Racial abuse in European soccer is on the rise, with several incidents reported early in the season. In England, Germany, Italy, and Spain, Black players have faced racial slurs from fans. Anti-discrimination campaigners are alarmed by the persistence of racism despite efforts by FIFA, UEFA, and clubs to combat it. Piara Powar of the Fare network notes a significant increase in incidents compared to last season. Some players are calling for tougher penalties. FIFA has announced a new panel of former players to advise on anti-racism initiatives, but specific actions remain unclear.