Mike Maignan victim of racist chants and furious against the referee

AC Milan secured a 1-0 victory away to Hellas Verona on Friday evening in the 16th round of Serie A. However, the match was overshadowed by yet another incident of racist abuse targeting goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

Unfortunately, this isn’t the first time such an event has occurred, and Maignan, known for his resilience, may one day reach his breaking point. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport on Saturday, the AC Milan and France international goalkeeper was subjected to racist insults during the match at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi. The disgraceful behavior sparked outrage among Maignan and his teammates, who demanded the referee intervene by halting the game.

Maignan Pleads for the Match to Be Stopped

Despite the players’ protests, referee Livio Marinelli decided to let the match continue without interruption. The stadium announcer made an appeal for the offending fans to stop their racist behavior, but the announcement was drowned out by jeers and whistles.

This latest incident highlights the deeply rooted issue of racism in Italian football. Over recent years, numerous players have been victims of racist abuse, including Maignan, Romelu Lukaku, Victor Osimhen, and many others. The ongoing problem underscores the urgent need for stronger actions and measures to combat such shameful conduct in the sport.