Alleged racial slur by DC United forward investigated
By Abhishek Chauhan
September 19, 2022
Major League Soccer (MLS) has launched an investigation following allegations of racism
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during Sunday's encounter between DC United and Inter Miami.
United forward Taxi Fountas was accused of directing a racial slur towards Inter defender Lowe.
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The 27-year-old has denied using the "despicable" word and is "saddened to be falsely accused".
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"I did not use the word I am being accused of using," Fountas posted on social media.
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Post-match, Inter manager Phil Neville said: "There was a racist comment that was unacceptable
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