Eintracht Frankfurt forward Kevin-Prince Boateng has been rewarded for his effort to kick out racism from the social world.
The Ghanaian international has been an advocate to drive away discrimination and prejudice of individuals especially footballers globally.
The former AC Milan start during his stay in Italy suffered several racial abuse which prompted his decision to fight against the bigotry and unpleasant act.
SPECIAL AWARD@KPBofficial: "This award is for everyone who fights against racism!" We're mighty proud of you Prince. @1LIVE #Krone17 #SayNoToRacism #SGE #Eintracht pic.twitter.com/3nJc2nShUW
— Eintracht Frankfurt (@eintracht_eng) December 7, 2017
His effort to drive away racism didn’t go unnoticed as has been honoured by a radio station in Germany for championing the course to end the discriminatory acts.
“To be given this award means that people are taking note and that there are still a lot of people who care about this issue,” Boateng said
“That’s really pleasing and I’m delighted to be getting through to more and more people and, with them, we are continuing the fight against racism.” He added.
Congrats to @KPBofficial who just received the @1LIVE #Krone17 special award for his fight against racism. Krone 2017 is the biggest radio award in Germany – well done Prince and keep up the good work! #SGE #Eintracht https://t.co/YYyFU8wT0r
— Eintracht Frankfurt (@eintracht_eng) December 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Bundesliga_EN/status/938865979513335808
Former AC Milan midfielder Sulley Muntari, Emmanuel Frimpong and John Paintsil have all suffered racial abuse
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