Chelsea have promised to take the ‘strongest possible action’ against supporters, following fresh reports of antisemitic chanting during the Blues’ 2-2 draw against MOL Vidi.
The Blues faced Vidi on Thursday night in their final Europa League group stage game, which took place in Hungary,
The chanting allegedly began just three minutes into the game, only days after four supporters were banned for alleged racial abuse of Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling during their game at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
Chelsea have released a statement condemning the latest allegations, once again calling on supporters to stop singing antisemitic chants. The statement reads, as reported by the Independent:
Antisemitism and any other kind of race-related or religious hatred is abhorrent to this club and the overwhelming majority of our fans. It has no place at Chelsea or in any of our communities.
We have stated this loud and clear on many occasions from the owner, the board, coaches and players.
Any individuals that can’t summon the brainpower to comprehend this simple message and are found to have shamed the club by using antisemitic or racist words or actions will face the strongest possible action from the club.
Anti-discrimination charity Kick it Out confirmed they are aware of the alleged chants and will “liaise with the club”.
