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 Cottagers vowed to take the “strongest form of action” against those who had sent abusive messages to the defender.

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

The Nigerian Football Federation have published a statement on social media after Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey was targeted with racist comment.

In another example, from the 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest last month, Fulham are facing a zonal-oriented setup with Anthony Elanga (Forest No 21) defending the short corner, Chris Wood (white) protecting the far post, and Elliot Anderson, Danilo and Morgan Gibbs-White (red) keeping track of the runners.

FA Cup score and goal updates as Calvin Bassey nets opener on stroke of half-time - United are looking to salvage something from a hugely disappointing season as they battle for the FA Cup and Europa