Luton Town ‘appalled’ after striker Elijah Adebayo racially abused after scoring for Hatters in 3-1 win against QPR

LUTON TOWN say they are “appalled” after star Elijah Adebayo was subjected to sickening racist abuse after scoring in Saturday’s 3-1 win over QPR.

The 24-year-old striker bagged Luton’s opening goal at Kenilworth Road, sending his side on their way to victory.

It was a moment to celebrate as Town recorded their first league win over QPR in 16 years.

And fans toasted the occasion as Luton soared to seventh in the Championship table.

However, Adebayo’s day turned from joy to horror as he was sent “disgusting racist abuse” on Instagram afterwards.

The ace received two messages from one account on the social media platform.

And the vile slurs have since been reported to Bedfordshire Police.

A club statement read: “For the third time in less than a year, Luton Town Football Club has had to report or assist with enquiries into disgusting racist abuse aimed at our striker Elijah Adebayo.

“Two racist slurs from the same account on our Instagram post of the scoreline at the end of the win over Queens Park Rangers, which have been widely shared on social media, were reported to Instagram’s parent company, Meta, and the EFL immediately by the Club.

“We are appalled that we are having to do this in 2022 and, as our players continue to do just before kick-off in all matches in which we participate, everyone at Kenilworth Road stands together with Elijah and any other player who suffers racist abuse, either online or in person.

“Bedfordshire Police have been made aware of the posts and we have spoken to Elijah to offer him all the support he needs if he wishes to take this forward.

“We have had enough of saying enough is enough. This despicable discrimination simply has to stop.”

Adebayo thanked Luton Town and his teammates for their support afterwards, as well as fans who had sent him well-wishes.

He tweeted: “Appreciate all support and messages!”