Waterford FC confirm sanction by FAI after racist incident against Shamrock Rovers

"Waterford FC stand side by side with the League of Ireland and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game," the club said in a statement.

Waterford FC have confirmed that they have been formally sanctioned by the FAI following a racist incident that took place at the Regional Sports Centre back in May. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Waterford FC have confirmed that they have been formally sanctioned by the Football Association of Ireland following a racist incident that took place at the Regional Sports Centre back in May.

It had been reported that a fan aimed a racist comment at Shamrock Rovers teenager Victor Ozhianvuna prior to their Premier Division clash at the RSC, which Rovers won 3-1.