Alejandro Balde has confirmed that he was subjected to racial abuse during Barcelona’s 1-1 draw against Getafe on Saturday. This unfortunate incident occurred in a match that saw Barcelona drop more points in La Liga, remaining winless in their last four games. The match was marred by this racial abuse aimed at Balde, overshadowing the team’s performance.
Barcelona’s Winless Streak Continues After Getafe Draw
Despite taking an early lead through Jules Kounde, Barcelona struggled to maintain control, conceding an equaliser from Mauro Arambarri just 10 minutes before halftime. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, adding to their recent struggles in La Liga.
Racial Abuse Against Alejandro Balde During the Match
Alejandro Balde confirmed that he faced racial abuse during the game, which has brought attention to ongoing issues in football. The Barcelona left-back spoke out about the incident and revealed that he immediately informed the referee, who activated the La Liga protocol. Balde emphasized that such behaviour should no longer be tolerated in football.
La Liga Protocol Activated in Response
Following the abuse, Balde expressed confidence that La Liga would take the necessary actions according to their protocol. He said to MARCA: “I was subjected to racist abuse in the first half. It shouldn’t happen anymore. Now I want to focus on the upcoming Champions League match.” His brave statement highlights the need for stronger measures to prevent racial discrimination in the sport.
Barcelona Looks Ahead to Champions League Match
While the racial abuse has cast a shadow on the game, Barcelona is set to shift focus to their upcoming Champions League fixture against Benfica on January 21. Coach Hansi Flick hopes to lead his side to a positive result, putting their La Liga frustrations behind them.
