Ugo Monye: Supporter racially abused me with N-word at Exeter rugby game

By Matt Hardy

Former British & Irish Lion and international rugby player Ugo Monye accused a fan of racial abuse on Sunday evening following a Premiership Rugby match. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Former British & Irish Lion and international rugby player Ugo Monye accused a fan of racial abuse on Sunday evening following a Premiership rugby match.

The 14 cap England player said the incident occurred when he was leaving Sandy Park in Devon following Exeter Chiefs’ 25-24 victory over Gloucester Rugby.

In a tweet, Monye said: “Leaving Sandy Park and one supporter running through the crowd starts shouting “N***a, N***a…” disgraceful.

“Not a single person said a word, challenged or even reported it.

“He walks off after a mild scuffle and fans now telling me “we’re with you”.

“BOLLOCKS you’re with me. You weren’t with me when you saw and heard the most blatant racism I’ve seen from a supporter at a live game.

“So fed up.”

Premiership Rugby and Exeter Chiefs have been approached for a comment.