"The game between Newcastle United and Sunderland was paused following a report of racism towards visiting player Lutsharel Geertruida from someone in the crowd."
"Northumbria Police said a 45-year-old from the Gateshead area was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and had been released on police bail pending further investigation."
"In the aftermath both clubs condemned racism, with Sunderland adding: 'We stand with Lutsharel, who has our complete backing, and we commend him for displaying bravery and leadership by reporting this incident to the match officials.'"
A 45-year-old man from Gateshead was arrested for racially aggravated public order offences during the Tyne-Wear derby on March 22. The match was paused for three minutes after a report of racism towards Lutsharel Geertruida. Referee Anthony Taylor implemented the anti-discrimination protocol. Both Newcastle United and Sunderland condemned the incident, with Sunderland expressing support for Geertruida for reporting the abuse. The arrested individual has been released on police bail while investigations continue.
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