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AC Milan vs. Udinese Match Halted Due to Racist Chanting Toward Mike Maignan

Saturday's Serie A match between AC Milan and Udinese was briefly brought to a stop after Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan was the target of racist chanting from supporters inside Stadio Friuli, according to ESPN.

In the 33rd minute, Maignan began to walk off the pitch:

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Mike Maignan and his AC Milan team-mates walked off the pitch briefly following abuse directed at the goalkeeper from the stands.<br><br>We all are with you, Mike! u2764ufe0f <a href="https://t.co/ER2PnXs7pt">pic.twitter.com/ER2PnXs7pt</a>

His teammates walked toward the touchline as well with the match becoming of secondary concern.