Hulk accuses Spartak fans of racist abuse

Hulk has alleged he received racist abuse from some
Spartak Moscow fans during Zenit's 2-2 draw in the
Russian Premier League.

Zenit star Hulk has claimed he was the victim of racist abuse
during his side's 2-2 Russian Premier League draw with Spartak
Moscow on Saturday.

The 29-year-old was pictured blowing kisses in the direction of
a section of home supporters towards the end of a heated clash
at Otkrytiye Arena.

The Brazil international explained after the match that his
gesture was in response to racism directed from supporters
during the game.

"Unfortunately, the same things are happening - racism in the
stands," he said. "I won't pay any attention to this, as I have
already talked about this.

"Therefore, I will continue to blow kisses and answer them with
the way I play on the pitch. These things don't even deserve to
be discussed."

Ufa midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong accused Spartak supporters
of racist abuse during a match in July, although the Russian
Football Union did not pursue any further action over the
incident.

Hulk scored a rasping free-kick in Saturday's draw after Ze Luis
had given Spartak an early lead, before Artem Dzyuba netted a
late equaliser for Andre Villas-Boas' side following an exquisite
solo effort from Ivelin Popov.