But the game was overshadowed by alleged racist abuse aimed in the direction of Coventry midfielder Kasey Palmer by one of the home supporters. Statement from Coventry City Coventry City are shocked and saddened by the racist gesture directed at our player Kasey Palmer in today's game against Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough. Doug King, Coventry City Owner, said: "We completely condemn the abuse aimed at Kasey today and will support him following this incident. There is no place for this in football or society and support Sheffield Wednesday and the authorities in taking the strongest possible action." "Kasey has told the referee as soon as the incident has happened, as soon as the incident occurred.

Source: Sky sports January 21, 2024 03:43 UTC