Hibs slam Jair Tavares 'racist' slur as they contact Dundee United in bid to find culprit

Hibs have urged fans to name and shame the Dundee United supporter who allegedly dished out racist abuse to Jair Tavares during their side’s defeat at Tannadice on Tuesday night.

Footage emerged which appears to show the Portuguese star being called a "black b******” and the Easter Road club have been in touch with their Scottish Premiership rivals over the incident, which was highlighted by former Hibee Marvin Bartley on social media.

Hibs have released a statement following the 1-0 defeat, saying: “Hibernian FC are aware of an incident in our cinch Premiership match with Dundee United, involving a racist comment directed towards one of our players.

“The incident took place in the latter stages of the second half as the player went to retrieve the ball that had gone out of play. Hibernian FC have made contact with Dundee United regarding this and would strongly support any investigation into this matter. We encourage anyone with information that could help identify the individual to come forward.

“Racist or discriminatory behaviour towards any player, official, staff member or supporter is completely unacceptable, and has no place in our game or wider society At Hibernian FC, we believe whatever your race or background we are all together, and as a club with players, staff, and supporters from numerous different backgrounds, we stand in solidarity with those affected by such antisocial comments.”

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