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13:46, 04-May-2019
Valencia condemn Nazi, monkey gestures by fans at Arsenal
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Valencia have expressed "utter disgust and absolute intolerance" toward the fans who were filmed making Nazi salutes and monkey gestures during the Europa League semifinal game against Arsenal this week.
The Spanish club say the "isolated gestures" that circulated on social media after Thursday's game at Arsenal "in no way represent the Valencian fan base."
Though the gestures "are completely unjustifiable," Valencia seek "more information about any possible provocations" involving Arsenal fans.
That comment "casts a doubt on the sincerity" of Valencia's statement, says British anti-racism campaign group Kick It Out.
Valencia also say it is working to identify the fans filmed and will "take corresponding disciplinary action" if they are season-ticket holders.
The incident followed Arsenal's 3-1 win in the first leg. The return is in Valencia next Thursday.
Source(s): AP