A non-league football match was abandoned at half-time following allegations of racism towards a Midland player.
Tividale FC player Jack Storer claimed he was racially abused during his team's home clash against 1874 Northwich yesterday, Saturday, September 13.
The Sandwell team were trailing 3-0 when the match at Tividale's Packwood Road was called off by match officials.
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Tividale confirmed it was working with Midland League Premier Division officials who have launched an investigation into the incident.
1874 Northwich said it strongly denied "any allegation of racism" at "this stage" but confirmed it would "work with the relevant authorities".
Mr Storer wrote on social media platform X last night: "Sadly today, I was racially abused. No-one should ever have to face that in football or in life.
"Racism has no place in our game or our society. We need change, and we need accountability."
His team issued a statement which read: "Following today's match being abandoned due to the alleged incidents, Tividale FC and our supporters strongly stand against racism in any form.
"We fully support and stand by our players, coaches, management, supporters, and the wider Tivi Family.
"The club has a zero-tolerance policy towards racism and continues to operate with a 'Just Play' attitude - promoting respect, inclusion, and fairness at all times.
"We are fully co-operating with the league as they investigate today's events and will continue to uphold the highest standards on and off the pitch. Together, we remain united."
Northwich's statement read: "As a board, we have acted swiftly and launched an internal investigation into the alleged incident which took place.
"At this stage, 1874 Northwich Community Football Club strongly denies any allegation of racism. We will work with the relevant authorities in any investigation and to determine the outcome of the fixture.
"We are a community football club, owned by our supporters and we share a zero-tolerance policy for any kind of discrimination.
"Football is a game for all; where players, officials and supporters should feel welcomed and safe at all times. We all must play our part in ensuring 1874 Northwich is an inclusive and friendly environment."
The club said it would not be making any further comment until investigations had concluded.