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Lukaku Becomes Latest Target Of Racist Chants

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Romelu Lukaku has become the latest footballing star to receive vile racist abuse from opposing fans - with Serie A side Cagliari the guilty party once again following their despicable act towards Everton new boy Moise Kean during his time as a Juventus player just a few months ago.

Lukaku who currently plays for Inter Milan after leaving Manchester United this summer, scored the winning penalty in a 2-1 victory at Cagliari on Sunday.

 

As he stepped up to take the spot-kick, some Cagliari fans could be heard making monkey noises at him from behind the goal.

 

After converting the penalty, Lukaku simply stared at those who had been making the noises, as his team-mates rushed to congratulate him.

 

Although the chants were deafening, Lukaku wasn't asked by Inter Milan's in-house TV channel about the incident.

 

However, his team-mate Milan Skriniar, who was seen putting his fingers to his lips to the Cagliari fans did air his disappointment. 'There are things that must not be in football, but unfortunately, there are almost always still'.

 

Meanwhile, Inter Milan Coach, Antonio Conte has recommended more sensitization campaign to address the issue of racism in football especially in Italy.

 

Addressing the issues in a press conference, Conte said

 

'I really didn't hear anything from the bench. However, it is true that in general in Italy more education is needed. I think that in Italy we must improve a lot and be more educated and respectful towards those doing their job.

 

'In other countries, you support the team, you don't insult the opposition like this. There must be the maximum respect.'

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