Marseille Stands Firm Against PSG Fans' Personal Attacks on Adrien Rabiot

Marseille condemns personal attacks on Adrien Rabiot and his family during a heated match against PSG, highlighting ongoing issues in football.

Marseille has strongly condemned the personal attacks directed at midfielder Adrien Rabiot and his family during their recent 3-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The match, held at Parc des Princes, was marred by homophobic and racist chants from some PSG fans, as well as offensive banners targeting Rabiot and his family.

Rabiot, who previously played for PSG, alleged that fans insulted his late father, who passed away in 2019. His mother and agent, Veronique Rabiot, has since filed a formal complaint. Marseille released a statement expressing their full support for Rabiot and his family, calling the attacks 'despicable and unacceptable'.

The club also emphasized their commitment to combating any form of insult or discrimination, stating they will remain 'uncompromising and inflexible' in such matters. Despite French referees having the authority to halt matches in response to discriminatory chants, the official for this match, Clement Turpin, did not intervene.

Rabiot's mother expressed her frustration, questioning why the match wasn't stopped and why there wasn't more public outrage. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges football faces in addressing fan behavior and ensuring a respectful environment for players and their families.

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