ian1964 10,870 Posted April 17, 2011 Share Posted April 17, 2011 Time to take a stand RANGERS were yesterday urged to take a strong stand against any potential racist abuse before they travel to face Red Star Belgrade in their Champions League third-round qualifying tie. The Serbian side lost 2-1 to Levadia Tallinn last night but went through on away goals and now stand between the Ibrox outfit and a place in the group stages of Europe's elite club competition. But Piara Powar, spokesman for Football Against Racism in Europe, warned another problem is looming and said: "Unfortunately, Serbia has a terrible problem with neo-nazism and racist abuse. It's no exaggeration to say they are probably the worst country in Europe for it. "What happened to DaMarcus Beasley in Montenegro against FK Zeta is completely unacceptable, but at least UEFA have acted quickly on it. "Rangers should make as much noise as possible before they travel to Serbia about the possible racist abuse. "In the lead-up to the match, they should make it clear this is not acceptable and even try and hold talks with the club. "Serbia and the former Yugoslavian states always appear to be the worst offenders . . . it's up to Rangers and their supporters to say they won't accept it." Why didn't you send a FARE representative there then Mr Powar???????? http://www.heraldscotland.com/red-star-warned-over-further-racist-abuse-1.862885 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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