England Game Halted After Racist Abuse 😳

England’s fears of racist abuse towards their players were realised during their Euro 2020 qualifying match at Bulgaria on Monday night, with the game temporarily stopped twice in the first half by the match referee following abuse from the stands.

After discussing the matter with Three Lions captain Harry Kane, the match referee requested the following announcement be made over the tannoy: “Because of racist behaviour which is interfering with the game, the referee has indicated he may have to suspend the match.

“Please be in no doubt that the game may be suspended and abandoned if racist behaviour continues.”

Debutant Tyrone Mings had made the fourth official aware of abuse, saying: "You hear that?"

A large group of fans wearing black hoodies and with their faces covered were also pictured showing their middle fingers and performing Nazi salutes towards the pitch.

England manager Gareth Southgate made another complaint to the match officials shortly before half-time, with abuse towards his players continuing after the initial warning on the tannoy.

With the match stopped for a second time before the interval, large numbers of the above mentioned section of fans were seen leaving the stadium. The match resumed shortly thereafter.