Augsburg issue strong anti-racism statement in support of Juma Bah after online abuse

Augsburg stand firmly behind Juma Bah

Augsburg have released a forceful statement after defender Juma Bah was subjected to racist abuse and death threats on Instagram following the club's Matchday 7 draw with Union Berlin. Bah had been sent off during the game, and the abuse followed.

'We will never accept, tolerate or turn a blind eye'

In a statement published on the club's website, Augsburg said: "Today, our player Juma Bah was subjected to vile racist abuse and death threats on Instagram. His family were also threatened. We are appalled by this hatred."

The club added: "And we want to make one thing absolutely clear: We will never accept, tolerate or turn a blind eye to such behaviour! Anyone who racially abuses or threatens one of our players is not just attacking an individual, but everything the entire Augsburg family stands for."

Augsburg also stressed that "regardless of skin colour, background, religion or nationality, everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and to feel safe."

Police report and legal action

The club confirmed it will report the incident to the police and explore every legal option available. The statement closed with a message of solidarity: "We will not look the other way! We will not stay silent! We stand together, always! We stand firmly behind you, Juma!"