The young England trio missed their spot-kicks as the Three Lions suffered yet another penalty heartbreak in the final of Euro 2020 against Italy.
Ghana legend Anthony Baffoe has comforted Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka and Jadon Sancho after they were racially abused.
You gave your all – Anthony Baffoe comforts England trio amidst racist abuse
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Gareth Southgate’s side held the Azzurri to a 1-1 draw after extra time but lost 4-2 on penalties, extending the country’s 55-year trophy drought.
Saka, Rashford and Sancho were subsequently subjected to racial abuse on social media in the aftermath of the game.
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Baffoe, who recently quit his role as the Deputy General Secretary of CAF, condemned the racist abuse directed at the England players.
He said he was proud of the trio and urged them to keep their heads up despite their setback at the Euro 2020 tournament.
“There is only one race ...the human race !!..apparently not !! why why why are we still talking about racism in 2021???” he tweeted.
“I am proud of you gentlemen solidly behind you ..you gave all keep going. God’s time is always the best.”
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Meanwhile, former Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng has shown his support for the three England players.
In a Twitter post, the Hertha Berlin forward shared a photo of the three players, accompanied by the caption: "The future looks bright for England! Black young kings. No to racism.”
