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University of Alabama releases statement regarding hateful viral video

A video of Alabama fans screaming racist/homophobic slurs to Black players on the University of Texas football team went viral and UA has condemned them.

WARNING: Video contains graphic and hateful language

This video went viral after the University of Alabama football team played the University of Texas on Saturday. Some Alabama fans can be heard screaming racist and homophobic slurs at some of the Black players on the team, including defensive backs Jelani McDonald, X’Avion Brice and running back Quintrevion Wisner. On Tuesday morning, the University of Alabama released a statement.

“We are disgusted by reports of vile language and inappropriate behavior Saturday night. To be clear, we condemn this behavior, and it will not be tolerated in our venues. It is not representative of UA or our values. We expect all attendees to act with class and respect toward others. Fans are strongly encouraged to report issues to our security resources on-site. Gameday and delayed reports are appropriately addressed, and anyone found to be in violation of our rules and expectations is promptly removed and may be banned from future events.”