Calvin Bassey is not happy Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was awarded the Man of the Match in their FA Cup clash on Sunday.
Bassey scored for Fulham in 45mins added time to give his club the lead with perfect header, but Fernandes replied from a Diogo Dalot’s cut-back. Fulham went on to win on 4-3 shootout after the game ended in a stalemate.
Bassey quote-tweeted a post from the official FA Cup account on X which lauded the Super Eagles defender for his efforts at both ends of the pitch. The 25-year-old replied: “No man of the match [face with raised eyebrow emoji].”
Meanwhile Fulham have protested racist and homophobic chants directed at Bassey by United fans after the game at Old Trafford. Bassey had shared the insults on his social media accounts
“Fulham Football Club is utterly appalled at the racist and homophobic abuse received and subsequently shared by Calvin Bassey on social media after yesterday’s FA Cup tie against Manchester United.
“We strongly condemn this abhorrent behaviour which has no place in football or society. Such actions are entirely unacceptable, and we stand in full support of Calvin Bassey, who will continue to receive our full backing.
“We will do everything in our power to work with the relevant authorities in identifying the perpetrators of these vile messages and taking the strongest form of action against them.
“Fulham Football Club is committed to maintaining a firm stance against all forms of discrimination and remains dedicated to fostering an environment of respect and inclusion.”
