Gotham FC, the Orlando Price and the NWSL have issued a statements of “unwavering support” for the Pride’s Barbra Banda after a “hateful language” incident during Gotham’s home opener against the Pride on Sunday.
“Gotham FC is aware of an incident involving hateful language directed at Barbra Banda during Sunday’s match between our team and Orlando Pride. We are united in our message with the NWSL and the Orlando Pride: This behavior is unacceptable and has no place in our league or in our stadiums,” said the club statement.
“Stadium security swiftly responded to the incident once it was reported and directly addressed the individual, monitoring the situation for the remainder of the match. Gotham FC and the NWSL are working together to further investigate the incident and take additional action where appropriate under the league’s Fan Code of Conduct.”
Orlando Pride and the league each released additional messages of support for Banda and additional next steps.
“Gotham FC and the NWSL are working together to further investigate the incident and take additional action where appropriate under the league’s Fan Code of Conduct. We are committed to ensuring that our venues are safe and respectful…
