Manchester United and Leeds have released a joint statement addressing the unacceptable chants from supporters during their Premier League clash.
Both sides went head to head on Sunday with the Red Devils walking away deserving 2-0 winners. Goals from Marcus Rashord and Alejandro Garnacho sealed the victory for Erik ten Hag’s men but there was a controversial moment during the game.
Read More: 🚨VAR has just ADMITTED that they made a HUGE mistake in the Premier League yesterday
Both sets of fans took part in insensitive chants referencing historical disasters in each club’s history.
A statement has been released in the immediate aftermath of the game from both sides.
“Both clubs strongly condemn chanting from both sets of fans regarding historic tragedies at today’s game.” the statement read.
“Such behaviour is completely unacceptable and we will continue to work together with our respective fan groups and the Premier League, and other authorities on eradicating it from football.”
Both clubs strongly condemn chanting from both sets of fans regarding historic tragedies at today’s game.
— Leeds United (@LUFC) February 12, 2023