Alleged Racist Incident Investigated At Accrington

Accrington Stanley are investigating an alleged racist incident that occurred following the League 2 game against ourselves on Friday evening.

Accrington Stanley have today released the following statement: 


"Accrington Stanley can confirm the club has received a complaint about an alleged racist incident after the Skybet League Two Match against Newport County on Friday evening.


All evidence is being passed  on to the police in order for them to investigate further.


The club has a zero-tolerance policy on racism and will always ban anyone found guilty of such behaviour from our stadium.


Accrington Stanley would like to thank Newport County for their continued support in this matter."


Newport County are working closely with Accrington Stanley and the relevant authorities involved in investigating the alleged incident, and thank Accrington for their support.