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Alfredo, I have written to the Colombian Embassy
Thread starter 47blue Start date 30 minutes ago
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To Whom It May Concern
I am writing to you today to express my concern at the abuse your citizen ,Alfredo Morelos is receiving in Scotland. Not only from individuals but also from prominent media outlets.
I have copied and pasted the links to just some of the comments and articles.
Article From The Sun Newspaper
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/spo...-psychologist/
A thinly veiled attack on Alfredos mental health and a clearly xenophobic attack on your countries culture and that of wider Latin America. This in a country where the losing team in a Cup Final was attacked by opposing fans. Thus highlighting the lack of self awareness of the problems in our own country, never mind criticising other countries.
Article From The Daily Record
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/...ngers-21187786
Please note the casual xenophobic comments about 'don't give me stories about this happening in South America'. A sweeping generalisation without any context or balance, again in a country where there are many examples of footballers doing similar things.
Statement From Rangers FC
https://rangers.co.uk/news/headlines...epeat-var-call
Alfredo again was subjected to both racial, sectarian and xenophobic abuse during the Celtic vs Rangers game at the weekend. I believe Rangers FC have reported it to the police and Celtic FC. Rangers have again highlighted the casual racism and xenophobia which exists in this country through their comments.
My understanding is that Police Scotland are investigating death threats made against Alfredo. I could have included many more articles and instances in order to highlight the ordeal to which one of your citizens is being subjected to, however I have tried just to give you a flavour of what Alfredo is up against.
He came to this country with an unblemished record but has slowly been demonised and threatened. Opposition players, now routinely learn insults to aim at Alfredo in his native tongue.
Please note I have copied in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office with my concerns. Unfortunately the Scottish Authorities routinely dismiss the concerns of ordinary people.
I look forward to your reply and trust like myself you have Alfredos wellbeing at heart
Your Sincerely"