Unsavory scenes mar Hartlepool defeat against relegation contenders Ebbsfleet United at Victoria Park on Saturday afternoon.
It all came at the final whistle with players from both teams squaring up – with mascot H’Angus the Monkey even getting involved.
Fair to say things got a bit heated at the end of Pools defeat to Ebbsfleet pic.twitter.com/xKVjFsLvjc
— Nick Loughlin (@loughlinecho) March 7, 2020
Pools manager Dave Challinor was given a red card by referee Aaron Jackson, who appeare dto lose control of the trouble unfolding on the pitch.
As reported by Northern Echo and Hartlepool Mail, one fan from the Neale Cooper Stand got onto the pitch to be dragged away from the opposition players, who were squaring up to supporters.
Ebbsfleet player Jermaine McGlashen revealed that he suffered racist abuse during the game.
He wrote on Twitter: “Class from the few Hartlepool players that came to see how I was today after being racially abused not for the first time in a game, no room whatsoever for it & hope it gets dealt with accordingly! @kickitout”
He is said to have pointed towards one of the stands when speaking to the referee and fourth official.
Keeper Jordan Holmes was also in discussions with the officials, which delayed Ebbsfleet’s penalty on 80 minutes, which was eventually scored and went on to be the winner.
An announcement was made over the tannoy, as part of the anti-racism protocol, which followed the penalty.
Kevin Watson said: “I didn’t hear anything at all and we are miles away from where the allegations were made: one from our goalkeeper behind the goal, one from the far side involving Jermaine McGlashan. I’ve not heard anything so can’t comment.
“I will say they are both very good lads and while we were winning I would not want any more time to be added – the last thing we wanted was nine minutes.
“It’s been reported, both by myself and Dave (Challinor) with the officials. They followed the protocol to call us over, then a tannoy announcement and then see the referee afterwards.
“I don’t think you report something like that unless it happened.
“I’ve spoke to both players. Jordan immediately run over as it came from behind the goal. He can’t see or identify anyone with his back to the crowd.”
Pools boss Dave Challinor said: “We lost and there’s been allegations. I‘ve heard nothing and things will be dealt without of my control. That’s where we are at.
“The players are disappointed at losing the game. We control what we can control and to a degree we did that today.
“But we aren’t sat here with three points and we will concentrate on winning games.
“Next we will deal with it, put reports in and that’s as far as it goes. I can’t control those things, it’s bigger than what I am. I’m in charge of managing my dressing room.
“The referee’s control over the whole game wasn’t great, not what we can affect and the referee has been quite open and honest which is refreshing.
“For me, over 500 games as a player and over 500 as a manager and it’s a first. I will look at what’s gone on. It’s handbags, I’ve tried to solve a problem with their players going over and antagonising a volatile situation.
“Does he think I’ve said something to him? There’s a coming together with no great action. The linesman says he sees something and the referee reacts to that.
“Have I don’t anything? No. Had their player done anything? No. I’m sure he will appeal and I will to.
“I can’t comment any further on that, I really can’t.”
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HARTLEPOOL STATEMENT:
“Following today’s fixture against Ebbsfleet United, we can confirm that allegations of two incidents during the game have been made.
“It is important to state that, at this stage, these alleged incidents are unsubstantiated and will be subject to a full investigation.
“We will hide nothing in our thorough examination of the facts and will respond to any enquiries from any authorities.
“As importantly, once we have carried out a full investigation we will identify any action required and, regardless of this, will not be distracted from our commitment and efforts to promote diversity and educate inclusivity.
“Hartlepool United condemn abuse of any nature and we will continue to work closely with the relevant bodies to ensure that Victoria Park is a safe and welcoming environment for all supporters, staff and players.”
Fans gave their reaction as unsavory scenes mar Hartlepool ‘s defeat against Ebbsfleet…
Lies
— Simon Shaw (@ShawSimonshaw01) March 7, 2020
yeah i don’t support racism but it’s a whole different matter to lie about it. not here for it. disappointed
— ellen x (@ellennhornsey) March 7, 2020
Hope your ok mate on the Bus journey home…
It looked a very serious injury you went down with…..#Cringe— John Rooke (@poolsla) March 7, 2020
@Official_HUFC have worked so hard to gain their reputation back from dover and you go and lie about something as serious as this? not on.
— ellen x (@ellennhornsey) March 7, 2020
— Adam Garrington (@adam_garrington) March 7, 2020
Wonder how @kickitout feel about you lying about it as a time wasting tactic? Racism is disgusting but so is lying about it to gain an edge in a game. Right now I’d be careful if I was you or you’ll have a libel case on your hands! Dark day in the fight against GENUINE racism!
— Pete Stephenson (@petestephenson2) March 7, 2020
Don’t you think Jermaine, if something racist was said the fans around that person would of called them out to the stewards
— michael spindloe (@mickhartlepool) March 7, 2020
Dont listen to these stupid people in the replies. If something has happened we can all admit it wouldnt have gone this far and that it should be kicked out no matter what
— Jack (@ftbl_jack) March 7, 2020
Sensible response , however these allegations are false and there are dozens of witnesses to verify this, @EUFCofficial there staff and players should be ashamed of themselves for there lack of professionalism , nothing short of a disgrace
— Ray spindloe (@rayspindloe1) March 7, 2020
As much as a respect this statement i can’t help but think of the amount of bullshit they are spouting and bad naming our club over at the apposing shithouse of a team named ebbsfleet ?
— Harrygut (@HGutridge) March 7, 2020
If somebody is found to have racially abused a player, ban for life. If nothing a full robust defence of our club and supporters.
— Graeme Richardson (@GraemeRichard19) March 7, 2020
If he was racially abused he would not have turned back round with his hand to his head before what looked like from the town end giving abuse back towards our fans then being called a cheat then goes back to his physio and the linesman just a cheating time waster
— neil rumble (@e34neil) March 7, 2020
Shocking professionalism from the whole of the Ebbsfleet travelling party, there has to be a code of conduct adhered to for the game to be played in the right manner, unfortunately it’s win at all costs, our boys implied themselves impeccably ??
— michael spindloe (@mickhartlepool) March 7, 2020
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