Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has left the Italian national squad after he was accused of using racially charged language towards Napoli player Juan Jesus.
Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has left the Italian national squad ahead of its two upcoming friendlies after he was accused of using racially charged language towards Napoli player Juan Jesus during a game on Sunday. The alleged incident occurred during the second half of Inter Milan’s 1-1 draw with Napoli in Serie A, Italy’s top-flight league. Video footage shows Brazilian Jesus complaining to the referee and pointing at someone, before the official calls Acerbi over.
In a reported interview with Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport on Monday, Acerbi again refuted claims he used any racist remark. “I have never said any racist phrase, I am very calm. I have been a professional for twenty years and I know what I am saying, not a single word of that like it came out of my mouth. It was him who misunderstood. I’m sorry to have left the national team,” Acerbi said.
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