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Nairobi City Stars coach Sanjin allegedly calls Vihiga United players ‘black monkeys’

Vihiga United players threatened to quit the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League game after Nairobi City Stars head coach Sanjin Alagic allegedly referred to them as 'black monkeys.'

The visitors were leading by a solitary goal and the home team was growing frustrated. The Bosnian let his feelings get the better of him and he ranted the racist phrase to Vihiga players.

"It is not right for anyone to use a racist remark towards any player in modern football," disappointed Vihiga United coach Sammy Okoth told Goal .

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"He shouted to my players calling them black monkeys and even the fourth official heard him.