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JUST WALK AWAY?

by
The Late Tackle Magazine Team
23 January 2013

SIMON CRAFT asks should players leave the pitch if they are subjected to racism?

After Kevin Prince-Boateng and his AC Milan teammates walked off the pitch in defiance of the racist chants emanating from the home supporters in their friendly against Pro Patria, journalists were unanimous in their praise for the act and its significance.
It was described as a “brave and eloquent message” by The Guardian, a “breakthrough” by The Telegraph and a “vital step in the fight against racism” by ESPN.
Certainly, Boateng’s actions were wholly understandab...

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