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Newcastle promise action after alleged racist abuse stops derby with Sunderland
Referee stops game per anti-discrimination protocol
TL;DR
- Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida allegedly received racist abuse from Newcastle fans during a derby match.
- The referee, Anthony Taylor, stopped the game in accordance with the league's anti-discrimination protocol.
- The Premier League, Newcastle, and Sunderland have all condemned the alleged racist abuse and launched investigations.
- Newcastle has stated they do not tolerate discrimination and will hold individuals accountable.
- Sunderland has expressed full support for Geertruida and commended his bravery.
- Sunderland won the match 2-1, completing a derby double over Newcastle this season.
- One arrest was made by police during pre-match fan skirmishes.