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Porto's Marega was let down by his teammates after alleged racist abuse - Balogun

Wigan Athletic centre-back Leon Balogun has voiced his support for Porto forward Moussa Marega after alleged racist abuse in Sunday's Primeira Liga encounter.

Marega endured a torrid night against Vitoria Guimaraes, with the home fans allegedly abusing him for his skin colour during the game that ended 2-1 in favour of Porto.

After putting the Dragons ahead with his 60th-minute strike, the 28-year-old reacted to the alleged racist chants by pointing his thumbs down and raising a middle finger to the fans.

Marega was walking off the pitch but his teammates and the opposition persuaded the Malian striker to play on, however, Balogun believes they could have supported him in making a stance against the inhumane act.