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Benayoun: Chelsea Complain

Not for the first time, Yossi Benayoun has been subjected to racial abuse – and not for the first time, it hasn’t failed to wind me up.

This time, he’s had the vile anti-semitic abuse directed at him during our game against a Malaysian XI and whilst Chelsea FC have now lodged a complaint, I won’t be holding my breath for any recourse again.

An official statement from the club reads “We can confirm that we have lodged a formal complaint with the Malaysian FA with regards to the treatment of Yossi Benayoun during last Thursday`s game against the Malaysian XI.  Notwithstanding most fans behaving appropriately on the night, we believe Yossi was subjected to anti-Semitic abuse by a number of supporters at the game.  Such behaviour is offensive, totally unacceptable and has no place in football.””The club did not make representations at the time.  This was because it was initially unclear as to the nature of the abuse Yossi received – as several players from both teams experienced similar treatment, sometimes louder and longer.  However, having taken time to consider the issue fully, it has become apparent that a formal complaint was necessary.  Our stay in Malaysia was, on the whole, a very positive experience for all the team travelling on the pre-season tour. It is a shame the behaviour of the minority of supporters is also a memory we take away.”

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