After accusations of racism from French players, Europe’s handball association EHF has announced talks with the German Handball Federation and the Croatian delegation. “The European Handball Federation is aware of public statements by players of the French national team that they were the target of racist shouts during the main round match between France and Croatia,” the EHF announced on Friday.
So that the incident does not happen again, we will now talk to the DHB about possible measures. The EHF condemns “all forms of racism, discrimination and intolerance” and said it will not tolerate racist and discriminatory behavior against players, officials and spectators.
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France player Remili: “Kick them out”
After France’s 34:32 victory against Croatia at the European Handball Championship, cyclist Nicolas Tournat told the TV channel BeIN Sports: “There were some racist statements. That upset us. They insulted us, but that’s it. That’s how it is “Unfortunately, this is available in all halls.”
His teammate Nedim Remili also found clear words on Sport1: “I think one of the Croatian fans threw a cup or something at us. We don’t need people like that. Throw them out.”
According to the EHF, the spectators in question have been identified and removed from the stands. The association announced that it would inform the Croatian association of its responsibility for the fans’ appearances.
After accusations of racism from French players, Europe’s handball association EHF has announced talks with the German Handball Federation and the Croatian delegation. “The European Handball Federation is aware of public statements by players of the French national team that they were the target of racist shouts during the main round match between France and Croatia,” the EHF announced on Friday.
So that the incident does not happen again, we will now talk to the DHB about possible measures. The EHF condemns “all forms of racism, discrimination and intolerance” and said it will not tolerate racist and discriminatory behavior against players, officials and spectators.
