OFFICIAL STATEMENT - LALIGA REPORT

LaLiga have provided us with reports and findings from their investigation into the racial abuse received by Mouctar Diakhaby in the game against Cádiz, as well as explaining the methodology used to carry out the investigation.

According to the videos and audio available, the investigation cannot confirm "EVERY" word that Diakhaby heard in the minute 28 of the game last Sunday vs. Cádiz. The fact that no proof has been found does not mean that the matter did not occur.

Valencia CF wish to highlight that LaLiga have carried out their own investigation, but that the club have by no means changed our opinion on what occurred in the game, and maintain our full support for Diakhaby. Our objective is to see a change and an appropriate reaction to such a serious incident, and to see moves to change regulations and attitudes when it comes to facing these problems whenever they may occur.

Regardless of the fact that the facts subject to the investigation have not been fully confirmed, due to there not being a complete recording of the incident, we highlight that LaLiga have attempted to clear up what occurred in Cádiz.

Valencia CF consider it positive that conversation has begun to establish new protocols that are necessary to combat racism in football. We are proud of Diakhaby, our captains, our players, our coach and his staff for their reaction during the game against Cádiz.

This was an unprecedented incident in football, but we are convinced that it will serve as an impetus for real change to the rules. Having reached this point, it is necessary to continue working with LaLiga, the institutions and the rest of the club's to ensure that these types of racist incidents are never repeated.

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