Racism. In the United States it is seen as unacceptable, and in many European countries it is the same. However, in every society, there will be the small group of extremists who don't conform to conventional beliefs of right and wrong. The American civil rights era did a lot to establish a public understanding that everyone needs to be respected but some parts of Europe have never seen such a movement so what is taboo here, just strictly isn't there.
Recently in Italy, the world famous club AC Milan walked off the pitch in the middle of the match due to racial abuse being heaped on one of their teammates Kevin-Prince Boateng. Also very recently, FC Barcelona was playing away to Zaragoza in Spain when fans began to perform the fascist salute and hurl bananas at Cameroonian striker Samuel Eto'o. Eto'o picked up the ball and walked off the pitch, he was followed by his entire team.
It is difficult to understand how events like this are still taking place, especially since FIFA has begun to fine teams if their fans are heard making racist chants. AS Roma was fined £42,000 which may seem like a lot but when one looks at the amount of revenue the club brings in, is close to nothing. FIFA needs to take a firmer stance on this because it is simply unacceptable. This is the 21st century and to have this still happening and basically being accepted is deplorable.
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