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Liverpool: “We are disgusted by the inhuman and cowardly racist abuse towards Konaté”

Published March 20, 2026, 17:18
Liverpool: “We are disgusted by the inhuman and cowardly racist abuse towards Konaté”

Liverpool has expressed its strong disapproval of the racist abuse received by its defender, Ibrahima Konaté, on social media following a match against Galatasaray. The abuse followed a duel between Konaté and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, who was injured during the match. Liverpool described the behavior as “inhuman, cowardly and hate-fueled,” emphasizing that racism has no place in football or society. The team calls for a united response from the entire football world and demands that social media companies take responsibility and act immediately to prevent such abuse. Liverpool states that it will continue to support Konaté and will cooperate with the authorities to identify those responsible. However, it emphasizes that the burden should not constantly fall on players and teams, as the damage has already been done. The team calls for immediate action to address the problem.