Tottenham and England full-back Danny Rose ‘lost for words’ over leniency of UEFA punishment to Montenegro over racism

Tottenham and England full-back Danny Rose ‘lost for words’ over leniency of UEFA punishment to Montenegro over racism
Tottenham’s Danny Rose has said he is shocked by the leniency of the punishment doled out to Montenegro after a number of their supporters racially abused England players last month.Montenegro have been ordered by UEFA to play their European Championship qualifier against Kosovo behind closed doors.3

Rose is shocked about the tame punishment given to the racist Montenegro fans

Rose, Raheem Sterling and Callum Hudson-Odoi were particularly targeted by groups of home fans within the Gradski Stadion in Podgorica as the Three Lions won 5-1 on March 25.Sterling celebrated his goal in the game in front of the Montenegrin fans, who were heard directing monkey chants to England’s black players.UEFA announced on Friday that Montenegro had been order to play their June 7 qualifier at home to Kosovo in an empty stadium as a result.Further charges, carrying fines amounting to 20,000 euros (17,260), were handed down by the governing body for the setting off of fireworks, throwing objects on to the pitch, crowd disturbances and stairways being blocked. Tottenham full-back Rose said he was “lost for words a little” but “not surprised” by the punishment.“I don’t think it is a harsh enough punishment for someone to learn from in the future, just a one-game ban and 20,000 euros – it’s a bit shocking but there is not much I can do now,” Rose, who admitted he had been “mentally scarred” by his experience in the country, told Sky Sports.“I just have to hope that I never have to play there again, it’s a shame that this is where we are now and I just have to get on with it.3

Rose was subjected to racist abuse when he was booked towards the end of the 5-1 win

“I wouldn’t want to go back there, but obviously if I have to play there I will play. It’s not on my list of destinations to visit.“That is not to say the whole country is like that, but I have only been there once and I’m mentally scarred a little bit and I am not in a rush to go back there.”Rose said earlier this month that he “can’t wait to see the back of football” because of the lack of decisive action to tackle racism in the game.England manager Gareth Southgate was visibly upset about the treatment of his players after the game.Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out also criticised the punishment from UEFA.3

Southgate was visibly disappointed after hearing racist chants made to Rose during the game

It said on Twitter: “Ever since England’s black players received this shocking abuse we have called for the strongest punishment.“This decision falls way short of that.”The Football Association added in a statement: “We hope that their next home match being played behind closed doors sends out a message that racism has no place in football or in wider society.“We will continue to work with the relevant authorities in football to ensure that all players are able to enjoy the game in a discrimination-free environment.”

---

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brilliant hat-trick as Juventus produced a stunning Champions League comeback, winning 3-0 at home against Atletico Madrid to progress to the quarter-finals 3-2 on aggregate.
Ronaldo matches Messi's Champions League hat-trick - goal.com

---

The six players Manchester United MUST sign in the summer transfer window. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is planning a huge overhaul of his squad before next season starts in the Premier League
Manchester United transfer news: Romelu Lukaku's agent tips

---

Update 5.45pm: Guernsey Police have announced that search and rescue operations for the plane which was carrying new Cardiff signing Emiliano Sala have been suspended for the day, with the
Emiliano Sala: Search for Cardiff striker suspended

---

Tiemoue Bakayoko is hopeful he can help AC Milan qualify for the Champions League this season to help secure a permanent move from Chelsea.. The France international joined Milan on loan at the
Chelsea transfer news: Tiemoue Bakayoko says he wants to stay

---

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud has confirmed he will voice the Green Goblin character in an upcoming French version of a new Spider-Man movie.. Giroud isn't the only footballer slated to play a
Chelsea's Olivier Giroud set to star in the upcoming Spider

---

Crystal Palace troll Newcastle Jets as new kit has striking The Australian side have launched their new kit but the resemblance has not escaped the notice of some on Twitter. By Josh Fordham. There is something distinctly familiar about Australian side Newcastle Jets ' new kit . The A - League outfit tweeted a picture of their new strip that
~ Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-1 Newcastle United: Late drama at

---

Jurgen Klopp should have been sent to the stands and should receive a touchline ban for his wild celebration of Liverpool's dramatic winner in Sunday's Merseyside derby, according to Adrian Clarke. The Reds boss sprinted onto the pitch to hug goalkeeper Alisson when Divock Origi scored in the sixth minute of added time to seal a […]
Liverpool manager charged by FA for running on to the pitch

---

Welcome to Sports Mole's live text coverage of the final day of Premier League action. All eyes are on the top of the division as a thrilling title race between defending champions Manchester City

---

The headteacher of a school that Raheem Sterling bought FA Cup tickets for has said everyone has been 'blown away' by the Manchester City man's generosity. Sterling, who attended Ark Elvin Academy in London as a child, bought 550 tickets for pupils to go to City's FA Cup semi-final tie against Brighton on Saturday -…
Headteacher of Ark Elvin Academy issues thank you to

---

Harry Kane is Tottenham's top scorer this season with 24 goals in all competitions Tottenham striker Harry Kane is "hopeful" of being fit for the Champions League final against Liverpool in Madrid
Harry Kane hoping to be fit for Champions League final

---

Owen Oyston's removal from Blackpool board hailed as a 'watershed moment' for whole of football The Blackpool Supporters' Trust claims it gives clubs like Charlton, Port Vale, Hull
Owen Oyston's daughter attended meeting about Blackpool's

---

Liverpool news and transfer rumours RECAP - Lucas Vazquez linked, Milner nominated and McClaren takes dig at Reds. All the latest news, transfers, opinion from Anfield
Which football moment broke your heart the most? - Quora

---

Why Tottenham should sign Max Aarons from Norwich City According to a report in Eastern Daily Press, Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur could test Norwich City's resolve to hold on to their
Tottenham news and transfers live: Sessegnon deal 'done

---