US EditionGerman third-division player subjected to racist abuse at game in Munich
The match paused for 10 minutes after a fan was removed for racial abuse targeting Justin Butler, with players and officials joining to identify the perpetrator.
- On Saturday, TSV 1860 Munich apologized after one of its fans racially abused Energie Cottbus forward Justin Butler, nearly causing the match to be called off.
- Referee Konrad Oldhafer said Justin Butler, Energie Cottbus forward, told him he was targeted by someone making monkey noises, and he consulted both team captains and Butler about continuing after the alleged perpetrator was removed.
- Players from both teams, stewards and other fans helped identify the alleged perpetrator, who was handed over to police, while the stadium announcer addressed the incident and TSV 1860 supporters chanted `Nazis out!`.
- The game resumed after about 10 minutes when Justin Butler confirmed he could continue, and Referee Konrad Oldhafer said he took the situation seriously despite not hearing the chants himself.
- TSV 1860 Munich pledged a full investigation and accountability, with Axel Borgmann condemning the abuse as appalling while supporters and commentators said it `happens again and again`.
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The game between the TSV 1860 Munich and Energie Cottbus was about to be cancelled. Players, coaches and the referee then spoke.
The victory of 1860 Munich in the 3rd league against Energie Cottbus comes into the background. The Cottbuser Justin Butler is reproached. Players and coaches are shocked. The game is before the demolition, Energies coach Wollitz suggests it to the referee.
The TSV 1860 defeats in the 3rd league leader energy Cottbus with 3-0. The game is overshadowed by a racist incident – to which the club and the fans react quickly.
The victory of 1860 Munich in the 3rd football league against Energie Cottbus comes to the background. The game is interrupted for a long time, players and coaches are shocked.
In the game between 1860 Munich and Cottbus, guest pro Justin Butler is racially insulted. While large parts of the Munich audience show solidarity, Cottbus coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz demands a break from the game.
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