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Rossoneri Round Up for Feb 24: UEFA Investigating Racist Calls Against AC Milan Striker Ibrahimovic In Belgrade

Summary of Milan’s news and links for the day.

FBL-EUR-C3-BELGRADE-MILAN Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images

Sempre Milan are reporting that UEFA will investigate racial abuse against AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic by Crvena Zvezda fans in last week's round of 32 fixture in Belgrade. The game was played behind closed doors but the racial slurs were clearly heard from the fans - it is unclear if they were inside or outside the stadium.

“In accordance with Article 31 (4) of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations, Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector was appointed today to conduct a disciplinary investigation Accident occurred during the UEFA Europa League round of 32 match between Crvena zvezda and AC Milan (2 -2) , played on 18 February 2021 in Serbia. Information on this matter will be made available in due course.”

AC Milan and Italian Football Links

  • Milan close to contract renewal deal for right back Calabria. [AC Milan Offside]
  • Milan manager Stefano Pioli could look at a formation change. [AC Milan Offside]