AN ENGLAND U17s clash was suspended for 50 minutes over alleged racial abuse aimed at a Young Lion.
Liam Bramley’s side were playing against Venezuela’s U17s in Duisburg, Germany on Wednesday.
They went on to win the clash 2-1.
But the game was stopped midway over alleged racial abuse aimed at England players.
Bramley’s side walked off the field following the alleged incident.
Chelsea’s Mathis Eboue, 16, appeared to be particularly upset.
And Bramley consoled his stars as they made their way off the field.
There were two stoppages throughout the game.
In total, the match was halted for 50 minutes.
England had the last laugh though as they picked up a 2-1 victory.
After the game, the FA released a statement confirming the claims of alleged racist abuse.
It read: “We are aware of disturbing reports of racism towards England players at our MU17 match against Venezuela played in Germany today.
“This is being treated with the utmost seriousness and our priority is to support our players and staff.
“We are in ongoing discussions with tournament organisers and the relevant authorities about next steps.”
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