PFA boss Taylor says Suarez ban sends out right message

GORDON TAYLOR believes the punishment meted out to Luis Suarez for racially abusing Patrice Evra sends a warning that racism in the game will not be tolerated.

Liverpool decided not to appeal against the eight-match FA ban imposed on their striker on Tuesday for racially abusing Manchester United defender Patrice Evra in a Barclays Premier League match at Anfield in October.

Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive Taylor said yesterday: “It’s a lesson to all of us... that all players coming into our game from different countries understand and accept what we are about — equality and diversity. We have got probably the most multi-cultural game in the world so it’s important to set the right example.