In a statement of support for their players, Rangers say: "For any player, opening a phone and seeing abuse tied to the colour of their skin is simply unacceptable. "We are proud that they stood up for themselves by highlighting this vile abuse last night. And, after Saturday's 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge, Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri and Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana both received racist abuse on Instagram. On Sunday, Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle were also sent racist abuse on social media. "And Meta has said that it will continue to work to protect people from abuse," he said.

Source: BBC February 23, 2026 18:07 UTC