Wolves to File Complaint Over Racism Incident

Wolverhampton Wanderers will file a formal complaint with UEFA after their player Hwang Hee-chan was allegedly racially abused during a pre-season match against Italian side Como 1907 in Marbella. The incident, which Hwang reported midway through the second half, led to an angry response from his teammates, resulting in Daniel Podence being sent off for punching a Como player. Wolves manager Gary O'Neil offered Hwang the option to abandon the match, but he chose to continue. Como has denied any racist intent, claiming the comment referred to Hwang's nickname, 'Channy'. UEFA stated it cannot investigate as the match was not under its jurisdiction, but Wolves are working with the FA to refer the matter to the Italian football federation (FIGC).