Calvin Bassey's impact for Fulham was overshadowed by racist and anti-gay abuse directed at him on social media.
Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer, has publicly apologized to Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey, after he picked Bruno Fernandes as the Man of the Match, as Fulham eliminated Manchester United from the FA Cup on Sunday.
The Nigerian Football Federation have published a statement on social media after Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey was targeted with racist comment.
Alan Shearer has apologised to Calvin Bassey after the defender was overlooked for the man of the match award following their FA Cup clash with Manchester United
Nigerian international Calvin Bassey sits at a unique intersection for a footballer: Born in Italy and raised in London, the Fulham defender was eligible to represent three countries. But the decision to play for Nigeria was an obvious one.
Calvin Bassey directed a message at Alan Shearer following his performance as Fulham knocked Man United out of the FA Cup.