Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan reports racist abuse from Verona fans

Mike Maignan reported to the referee about racist insults from Verona supporters during the Serie A match on Friday. Milan supported the French goalkeeper on social media.

Details. Mike Maignan told referee Livio Marinelli that he was subjected to racist abuse on Friday evening during the match between Milan and Verona, following the final whistle. La Gazzetta dello Sport reported that many journalists present at the match also heard racist insults from the stands during the game.

Milan did not stay silent and decided to support their goalkeeper. The club posted a message on social media calling for an end to racism.

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Reminder. Maignan had already faced racist abuse during an away Serie A match against Udinese last season. At that time, the insults were even louder, prompting the goalkeeper to leave the field for a few minutes.