Milan, 11 Feb (LaPresse) – Racism in football is not just an Italian problem. In Germany, Leipzig have condemned what they call ‘numerous racist comments’ that targeted striker Loïs Openda on social media after the 2-0 win against St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga. The club states that ‘the racist insults and abuse towards Loïs Openda disgust us and make us both angry and sad’. Leipzig also promised its ‘full support’ for Openda. The 23-year-old Belgian striker joined Leipzig in 2023. He has scored 10 goals and made nine assists in 30 games in all competitions this season.
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