MLS hand Red Bulls forward Dante Vanzeir six-game fan for using racist slur

Dante Vanzeir, the New York Red Bulls forward, has been handed a six-game ban from MLS after using racist language in the game against the San Jose Earthquakes last Saturday.

The match was stopped for 15 minutes following a confrontation involving Vanzeir, who has since apologized and admitted to making a mistake.

MLS has imposed an unspecified fine on Vanzeir and mandated that he undergo league-mandated training and education sessions and participate in a restorative practices program.

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The league is also working with the two clubs and the MLS Players Association to offer support and resources to affected players and staff and improve its in-game protocol.

Vanzeir will be eligible to return to action against CF Montreal on May 20.

In a statement, Vanzeir took full responsibility for his actions and expressed his intention to work with organizations that address racial injustice.

Temisan Amoye

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