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Saint-Maximin leaves Club America after racist attacks on his daughters
Saint-Maximin left Club América after repeated racist attacks on his children, despite a $10 million contract and 15 appearances, with the club condemning discrimination.
- On Saturday, Club América announced Allan Saint-Maximin's departure after a racist incident involving his children; he was absent from the 2-0 win over Necaxa in the Clausura's fourth round.
- On Thursday, Saint-Maximin wrote that he would never tolerate attacks on his children while traveling with his wife and his three children, including daughters Lyana and Ninhia and son Dayde.
- The 28-year-old Saint-Maximin played 16 league matches, nine as a starter, and was in the first year of a two-year contract signed last August, which he has cut short.
- Neither Allan Saint-Maximin nor Club América disclosed details, but the club condemned discrimination and expressed solidarity as the player ended his time with the team.
- A broader view shows Saint-Maximin's career includes Saint-Étienne, Monaco, Nice, and four seasons at Newcastle, with Jardine noting adaptation struggles in Mexico City, including family and cultural factors.
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After only 15 matches for the Club America, Allan Saint-Maximin left Mexico this Sunday. The former Niçois justified his decision by the racist attacks suffered by his children in the school setting.
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Alain Saint-Maximin has decided to end his collaboration with Club America, following repeated racist incidents targeting his children.
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