In the thick of the World Cup competition, fans have made it impossible to enjoy the games without sprinkling in a bit of controversy.
On Saturday, Instagram user @selma_slim uploaded the above photo from the Germany vs. Ghana match of the World cup with the caption,“So far I’ve counted 8 Germans in black face [sic]. Worst [sic], people are lining up to take pictures with them. Poor form, #Germany. #racism #racists #worldcup.”
Apparently, a FIFA spokesperson has stated any evidence of racism or discrimination will be investigated by its disciplinary committee under FIFA’s, “zero tolerance rules.” But if there’s “zero tolerance, why were these gentlemen admitted into the match in the first place?
According to The Guardian, the spokesperson has stated,“We always take any evidence or submissions to our disciplinary committee. It is the disciplinary committee that will meet.”
FIFA has very strict rules surrounding racism and will move forward with punishment for any fans or players who participate in such acts.
“If they see any grounds, they will open proceedings. Then it is up to the disciplinary commission to take the decision.”
But this isn’t the first case of discrimination at this year’s games. During the same match, a man rushed the field with a neo-Nazi message painted on his bare chest. Last week, some Mexican fans chanted anti-gay slurs during matches against Cameroon and Brazil.
Everyone should just … chill.
