Racism row mars Euro 2012

7 Jun 2012, 5:40 pm   -   Source: BBC
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England's football team have arrived in Krakow for the Euro 2012 championships, but allegations of racism and antisemitism have tarnished preparations.

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England's football captain Roy Hodgson and his team have arrived in Krakow for the Euro 2012 championships, but allegations of racism and antisemitism have tarnished preparations for the tournament.

The BBC recently aired a documentary called 'Euro 2012: Stadiums of Hate', which featured disturbing footage of racist violence and antisemitism in both host countries, Ukraine and Poland.

UEFA president Michel Platini has admitted the report - broadcast on current affairs program 'Panorama' - is concerning, and says he has given referees the power to stop games if players are racially abused.

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