Napoli’s decision to opt out of Serie A’s ‘Keep Racism Out’ campaign sends a strong message to the league and the Italian football federation. By refusing to participate in the campaign, Napoli is taking a stand against the lack of action taken against Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi for allegedly directing racist language towards defender
Francesco Acerbi
The case of Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi being accused of racially abusing Napoli’s Juan Jesus raises serious questions about the handling of racism in football. The fact that there was not enough evidence to sanction Acerbi despite the allegations is concerning. It sends a message that players can get away with racial abuse as