Dundalk FC 'fully cooperating with authorities' following alleged racist remark at Sligo Rovers player

"We stand with the League of Ireland and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling hatred within the game," the club have stated.

KICK IT OUT: Dundalk FC have issued a statement confirming that they are "fully cooperating with all the relevant authorities" after it was alleged that a racist remark was made towards a Sligo Rovers player on Friday night. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Dundalk FC have issued a statement confirming that they are "fully cooperating with all the relevant authorities" after it was alleged that a racist remark was made towards a Sligo Rovers player on Friday night.

Two goals inside four second half minutes from James McManus and Jake Doyle-Hayes would ensure Sligo booked their place in the next round of the FAI Cup at the expense of the Lilywites at Oriel Park.