Richarlison: Racist abuse will continue if it goes unpunished

Richarlison believes racism will continue happening 'every day and everywhere' unless punishment is handed out following his experience of abuse during Brazil's win over Tunisia
Richarlison: Racist abuse will continue if it goes unpunished

ABUSED: Richarlison says racist abuse will continue ‘every day and everywhere’ if unpunished. Pic: AP Photo/Christophe Ena

Tottenham forward Richarlison believes racism will continue happening "every day and everywhere" unless punishment is handed out following his own experience of abuse during Brazil's friendly win over Tunisia in Paris on Tuesday.

A banana was thrown at the former Everton player in the 19th minute after he ran towards the corner flag to celebrate scoring his side's second goal in a 5-1 win at the Parc des Princes.

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