Kerry FC condemn racist abuse of players

Kerry FC have released a statement condemning what it described as "racist abuse" of their players on social media during their 1-0 home defeat to Athlone Town in Mounthawk Park in Tralee last night.

The statement comes a day after the FAI condemned "vile and horrific racist abuse" aimed at members of the U15 national team squad and said they were working with Gardaí to identify the perpetrators.

"Kerry FC is shocked, disappointed and angry at racist abuse of our players on social media during our game against Athlone Town last night," the club statement read.

"Kerry FC is working with the FAI and the League of Ireland to Kick It Out of our game.

Kerry FC condemns discrimination in football and will not tolerate any form of hate towards any of our players or staff.

"Mounthawk Park and Kerry FC is a community where all people are welcome regardless of race, ethnicity, and other diverse backgrounds."