MX23RW : Sunday, December 2 09:09:39

Falkirk investigate reports of racist abuse towards one of their players

The Bairns appeal for information from fans following William Hill Scottish Cup defeat by Stenhousemuir.

Falkirk are investigating reports of racist abuse directed towards Dennon Lewis by their own supporters.

The Ladbrokes Championship have appealed for information from fans following Saturday's William Hill Scottish Cup defeat by Stenhousemuir.

Former Watford player Lewis, 21, moved to Falkirk in the summer.

A club statement read: "Falkirk FC is extremely disappointed to learn of racist abuse directed at Dennon Lewis by its own supporters during Saturday's match against Stenhousemuir.

"As a club, we wholeheartedly condemn the abuse received by Dennon and will work to identify those responsible.

"The individuals in question were in the Main Stand of Ochilview Park on Saturday and anyone with any information is urged to contact the club on 01324 624121 in strictest confidence.

"Racist abuse towards anyone is simply unacceptable and will absolutely not be tolerated by Falkirk Football Club."

The derby defeat was the latest blow to hit Falkirk during a season which has seen them prop up the Championship table and replace Paul Hartley with Ray McKinnon as manager early in the campaign.

The statement added: "Further to this, there has been a growing number of unacceptable incidents of abuse by Falkirk fans towards members of staff and players at our club.

"We have a duty of care towards our players and our staff and while we do appreciate that this season has fallen well below where we all hoped we would be, it is entirely unacceptable for supporters to abuse our players and staff. Many of these extremely personal attacks on individuals have been both verbal and online.

"The vast majority of Falkirk supporters have been exemplary in their behaviour and following of the team throughout what has to date been a difficult season for us all. It is in times like these that we must all pull together and continue to support Ray and his team in climbing the Ladbrokes Championship table."


Click here for more stories about Falkirk

Share this article now:
Alexandre Pato
Read Next:
Player strike to delay start of Serie A season
>

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel
Premier League
Championship
FA Cup
Scottish League Cup
Scottish Premiership
La Liga
Serie A
Bundesliga
Ligue 1
Eredivisie
Primeira Liga
Russian Premier League
Belgian Pro League
Brasileiro
Argentine Primera Division
Australian A-League
Greek Superleague
Segunda Division
2.Bundesliga
Serie B
Swiss Super League
Turkish Super Lig
Indian I-League
Ukrainian Premier League
Tables
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Ayr United1510412891934
2Ross County157712371628
3Dundee UnitedDundee Utd156542021-123
4Dunfermline AthleticDunfermline155641517-221
5Inverness Caledonian ThistleInverness1531111915420
6Queen of the SouthQotS154742317619
7Greenock MortonMorton154741722-519
8Partick Thistle153481122-1113
9FalkirkFalkirk152491022-1210
10Alloa AthleticAlloa15078822-147

Subscribe to our Newsletter


Transfer Talk Daily
Match previews - twice weekly
Morning Briefing (7am UTC)
Ultra close-up image of Kevin De Bruyne [NOT FOR USE IN ARTICLES]Get the latest transfer news, match previews and news direct to your inbox!

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel
Login, I already have my ad-free pass
Log in to customise Sports Mole
Buy ad-free access (show me the options)
Buy monthly ad-free access for £1.20/month
Buy yearly ad-free access for £12 (2 months free)
Settings - Logout - Manage your account
Settings - Logout - Manage your account