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Bulgaria vs England racism shame: Prime minister calls for FA president to resign

Boyko Borisov has ordered Borislav Mihaylov to step down from his role after disgusting scenes in the stands during a Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia

Bulgarian prime minister Boyko Borisov has ordered the president of the country’s Football Association, Borislav Mihaylov, to resign in the wake of the shameful racism which marred a Euro 2020 qualifying clash with England.

Monday’s contest in Sofia had to be halted on two occasions during the first half as the actions of certain home supporters saw visiting players and staff subjected to vile abuse.

UEFA protocols now dictate that the match officials have the authority to suspend play and ultimately abandon the game in such circumstances.