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Rudiger investigation closed with 'no evidence to support' Chelsea defender's racial abuse allegation

Tottenham and the Metropolitan Police have closed their respective investigations into the alleged racist abuse of Antonio Rudiger , the club announced on Monday.

Chelsea defender Rudiger told Cesar Azpilicueta he was subjected to racist chants during their 2-0 Premier League win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 22.

The Germany international was allegedly targeted shortly after Spurs' Son Heung-min was sent off for kicking out at his opponent.

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Referee Anthony Taylor called for an announcement to be made over the stadium's public address system to warn fans against making abusive chants, as per FIFA's protocols for dealing with discriminatory behaviour.