The alleged racism incident during the Europa League match between Rangers and Slavia Prague (0-2) last Thursday also continues to occupy the minds of the Czech Republic. Glen Kamara claims to have been racially treated by Ondrej Kúdela during the game, which is currently under investigation at UEFA. Slavia Prague’s hard core supports Kúdela by posing on social media with a shocking banner addressed to Kamara.
Rangers midfielder Kamara explained via a statement on Twitter what happened in his eyes in the game against Slavia. “I do not expect myself or other players to tolerate racial hatred, on the field or off it. Ondrej Kúdela’s filthy expressions were made on an international stage, and if UEFA does not act, it will be seen as a green light for racism. During the game against Slavia Prague, Kúdela argued with a player from Rangers and when I tried to intervene, he told me to shut up. Then he said, “One second, buddy.” He came up to me, covered his mouth, and said in my ear, “You’re one fucking monkey, you know that yourself. “
Slavia Prague ultras are apparently not served by Kamara’s allegations and display a black banner on social media. “Kamara – just a niggerSlavia herself has also given an official response to the incident between Kamara and Kedel. The Czech top club claims to have brought criminal charges against Rangers for what they describe as ‘a brutal attack’ on Kamara. The incident allegedly took place in the catacombs of the Ibrox Stadium after the match.
Kamara is said to have flown into Kúdela in the tunnel of the stadium. “Kúdela was attacked by Kamara and hit with fists in the head. Rangers manager Steven Gerrard witnessed the incident,” Slavia’s statement said. “The club has filed a complaint with the Scottish police through the Czech Embassy in Great Britain for physically assaulting player Ondrej Kúdela.”
“The attack on Ondrej Kúdela was prepared and thought out, including deliberately covering the cameras at the scene of the incident,” Slavia continues. “The brutal attack was carried out with full force with the aim of injuring and causing physical damage. A list of witness names has been submitted, including representatives from Slavia Prague, Rangers and UEFA.”
The Mirror has verified Slavia Prague’s claim about the charges filed with the Scottish police. “Neither club has reported a crime in connection with the game on Thursday,” the Scottish police told the British newspaper. “Scotland police have contacted club officials and assured them that any allegations will be thoroughly investigated.”