No true Vale fan- Port Vale Supporters Club leads condemnation of racist social media post
Port Vale Supporters club and both football clubs have both condemned a racist social media post which was sent to opposition goalkeeper Lawrence Vigouroux during Vale’s game against Leyton Orient.
Following the game, the goalkeeper shared a screenshot of a racist Instagram post which we will not reproduce on this site due to its racist sentiments.
The news of the abuse sourced a dramatic performance on the pitch by the Valiants.
Reaction to the social media post
It’s come to our attention that Leyton Orient goalkeeper Lawrence Vigouroux has been subjected to racist abuse online. We, and our Chair Mark Porter want to make clear that racism is never acceptable and has no place in football. No true Vale fan would subject anyone to racist abuse.
Port Vale Supporters Club
We are aware of an abusive message sent privately to a Leyton Orient player. Port Vale Football Club will not tolerate abuse of any kind towards officials, players, staff or supporters. The club is investigating.
Port Vale FC
No one should face racist abuse in any circumstances, we’re all with you Loz. The club will be formally reporting this and hope it’s dealt with fully.
Leyton Orient FC
This website is opposed to racism of all kinds and joins the condemnation of the post. We hope the poster is identified and appropriate action is taken by the club and the authorities.
You can report racist abuse to Kick It Out through this form