São Paulo to act after U20 racism, captain: “Go to the police” | OneFootball

São Paulo expressed itself through a note of repudiation on the night of this Wednesday (12) after the regrettable case of racism that occurred in the match of its under-20 team against Fortaleza, for the Copa do Brasil of the category.

The Tricolor spoke firmly and promised to take appropriate measures after the sad episode that occurred in Ceará.

“São Paulo Futebol Clube vehemently repudiates the act of racism that occurred against player Djhordney during the match against Fortaleza, this Wednesday, for the Copa do Brasil Sub-20.”

“There is no room for racism in football or anywhere else in society. The club will provide all necessary support to the athlete and will take appropriate measures in light of this repugnant episode of discrimination,” said the club's official statement.

Referee Paulo Vitor de Lima Pereira promptly initiated FIFA's anti-racism protocol, but four minutes later, after much complaint and little resolution, the match continued normally without any punishment. Rocco was substituted and did not return for the second half for Fortaleza.

After the Tricolor's victory, the defender and team captain Andrade did not mince words and demanded punishment for Rocco.

“We can no longer admit this. He has to go from here to the police station. We need to see this as soon as possible. I didn't hear it, but my friends did,” explained São Paulo's number 4.

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