Juventus: Three Parma fans banned for life over McKennie racism | OneFootball

Juventus has taken a firm stance against racism. Just over a month after the incident at the Allianz Stadium during Juventus-Parma on August 24, the club has announced that it has imposed a lifetime ban on three Parma fans who directed racist insults at American midfielder Weston McKennie.

Juventus, Lifetime Ban for Three Parma Fans After Racist Insults to Weston McKennie

According to reports, at the end of the league match, McKennie was doing some cooldown exercises with teammates who were not used in the game. At that moment, three Parma supporters, present in the away section, targeted him with discriminatory expressions.

Thanks to the internal surveillance system and the work of law enforcement, the perpetrators were precisely identified.

Juventus' Response

The club, applying the Stadium's Code of Conduct, officially communicated the decision:

“Juventus Football Club, which strongly condemns this serious incident and any manifestation of racism, has decided to apply the 'Gradimento' against those responsible for such acts, according to the Code of Conduct, which provides for a ban on access to football events organized by the club.”

In essence, the three involved fans will face a lifetime ban, preventing them from entering the Allianz Stadium for any Juventus-related event.

Not an Isolated Case

This is not the first time the Turin club has taken such severe measures. In the past, the Code of Conduct had already been applied on the occasions of:

Juventus-Roma on December 30, 2023

Juventus-Torino on November 9, 2024

A signal that confirms the club's tough stance against discriminatory and violent behavior.

A Strong Message Against Racism

With this decision, Juventus reiterates its position: zero tolerance towards anyone who uses stadiums as a stage for discrimination. The incident involving McKennie is part of a broader context, with international football committed to combating racism and promoting inclusive sports environments.

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