Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. have strongly denounced the racist abuse directed at their striker, Tolu Arokodare, after Sunday’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace F.C.
The Nigerian forward was targeted on social media shortly after the match, in which he missed a penalty just before the break.
In an official statement released after the game, the club expressed outrage over the incident.
“Wolves are disgusted by numerous instances of racist abuse, from multiple perpetrators, directed at Tolu Arokodare on social media following today’s fixture against Crystal Palace,” the club said in a statement.
“There is no place for racism – in football, online, or anywhere in society. We condemn this abhorrent and unlawful behaviour in the strongest possible terms.”
Wolves reaffirmed their backing for the striker and vowed to pursue those responsible
“Tolu has our full and unwavering support. No player should be subjected to such hatred simply for doing their job.
“We stand firmly alongside him, and alongside all footballers who are forced to endure this abuse from anonymous accounts acting with apparent impunity.
“The club has reported the posts to the relevant platforms and will work with the Premier League and the authorities to help identify those responsible and ensure appropriate action is taken.
“We will continue to take a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of discrimination.”
