"Chelsea were in Azerbaijan for their latest outing in this season's UEFA Youth League competition, taking on FK Qarabag U19s. According to local reports, there were approximately 100 spectators in attendance at the Azrsun Arena with Qarabag fans situated behind the goal in which Chelsea scored the opener. Seventeen-year-old Sol Gordon netted the Blues' first goal in a 5-0 win and was allegedly racially abused by at least one individual purporting to be a supporter of the Azeri club."
"We are aware of an incident during today's Uefa Youth League match in Azerbaijan in which, after scoring, a number of our players were subjected to racist abuse from an individual in the crowd. Racism and all forms of discriminatory behaviour are completely unacceptable and have no place in football or indeed in society. We strongly condemn the actions of the individual responsible."
Chelsea U19 traveled to Azerbaijan to play FK Qarabag U19 in the UEFA Youth League, with around 100 spectators at the Azrsun Arena. Qarabag supporters were positioned behind the goal where Chelsea scored the opener. Seventeen-year-old Sol Gordon scored the Blues' first goal in a 5-0 victory and was allegedly racially abused by at least one individual claiming to be a Qarabag supporter. A club spokesperson said players were subjected to racist abuse, condemned such behaviour, and confirmed the incident was raised with the Uefa match delegate and home club for investigation under Uefa disciplinary procedures. The referee allowed play to continue.
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