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Soccer Coach Sorry for Racist Comments - Report

Racism has again marred the beautiful game - this time for several African players at a Russian soccer team - days after Ivorian captain Yaya Toure spoke out about abuse via social media.

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Yaya Toure has lashed out at those abusing him on social media.

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