Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana says “stupidity and cruelty can no longer be hidden” and says it’s “time for things to change” after being racially abuse on social media.
On Monday, Fofana, 24, shared screenshots of six racist messages sent to him on his Instagram story. Arsenal felt Fofana was lucky to be on the pitch after committing a series of fouls at the Emirates Stadium.
“In 2025, stupid and cruel can no สมัครสมาชิก UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีทุกวัน longer hidden. It’s not just football. It’s not just – the game – where some people believe the colour of their skin makes them superior to others.” Fofana posted on Instagram on Monday afternoon.
“It is time for things to change. Platforms must act and everyone must be held accountable.”
Chelsea condemn the racism on Monday morning, with a statement saying. “Chelsea Football Club is shock and disgust by the rapid increase in online racism direct at our players.” A Chelsea statement said.
“The abuse Wesly Fofana received following yesterday’s match is horrific and will not tolerate. “
Wes and all our players have our full support. We will work with the relevant authorities to identify the perpetrators and take the strongest possible action.”
Chelsea will contact Instagram over the posts.
The French defender’s online abuse follows recent incidents involving Fulham’s Calvin Bassey, Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure. England defender Kyle Walker, Newcastle United’s Joe Willock and Manchester City’s Khadija Shaw.
In a new interview with Ufabet Sport, Samuel Okafor. CEO of anti-discrimination organisation Kick It Out (KIO), said the level of abuse in English football has “reached crisis point”.