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PSG Condemns Racist Abuse Targeting Defender Nuno Mendes

The club pledges full support and vows to hold perpetrators accountable after Mendes receives racist messages following a match against Brest.

  • Nuno Mendes, a Black defender for Paris Saint-Germain, was subjected to racist and abusive comments on social media after a Ligue 1 game.
  • The abuse followed PSG's 3-1 victory over Brest, during which Mendes conceded a penalty that allowed Brest to take an early lead.
  • Mendes shared a screenshot of one of the racist messages he received on his Instagram account.
  • PSG released a statement condemning the racist insults and affirming their commitment to working with authorities to hold those responsible accountable.
  • The club reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards racism, antisemitism, and any form of discrimination.
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