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Leeds 'appalled' by alleged racist abuse aimed at Jayden Bogle after Mathys Tel tackle

The Independent·Mark Walker·2 days ago
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Leeds United have condemned alleged online racist abuse aimed at defender Jayden Bogle after Saturday’s 1-0 Premier League win against Tottenham Hotspur at Elland Road .

Bogle avoided any booking despite planting his studs onto the Achilles of Spurs attacker Mathys Tel during a first-half tackle.

On-field referee John Brooks did not penalise the Leeds wing-back, and following a lengthy VAR review, officials determined there was no serious foul play.

In a statement released on Sunday, Leeds said: "Leeds United Football Club are appalled at the disgusting, racist social media abuse Jayden Bogle suffered following Saturday’s Premier League victory against Tottenham Hotspur.

"Leeds United condemns this behaviour in the strongest possible terms.…

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