Alleged incidents of racism mar East Bengal's Durand Cup semi-final win, AIFF promises 'strict action'
FirstpostNEUFC fans, numbering about 100-odd, claimed that East Bengal supporters aimed projectiles and slurs at them East Bengal’s remarkable victory against NorthEast United FC in the Durand Cup semi-final was overshadowed by allegations of racism, with the visiting team fans reporting instances of racial slurs and being targeted with stones and slippers during the match. However, the scenes that unfolded after the match painted a grim picture as the NEUFC fans, numbering about 100-odd, claimed that the supporters of the Red and Gold brigade aimed projectiles and slurs at them. “NorthEast United FC are deeply disturbed by the recent incident of racism, hooliganism & violence directed towards some of our fans during the Durand Cup semi-final match against East Bengal FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Tuesday. We are also grateful to them for providing adequate protection to our fans and escorting them to their desired location.” East Bengal added: “East Bengal FC condemns all forms of racism.