Morton investigate alleged racist abuse at Cappielow
The alleged incident happened during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Ayr United
Greenock Morton are investigating alleged racist abuse by home fans against one of their own players on Saturday.
The club have confirmed a man and a woman were ejected from the stadium during their 2-2 draw with Ayr United.
Manager Gus MacPherson was sacked after the game with the Cappielow side level on points at the bottom of the Championship with Dunfermline and Queen of the South.
Morton are now looking into the incident and appealing for potential witnesses.
A club statement read: "The club is aware of an alleged incident of racial abuse being shouted from the home support at one of our players during Saturday’s match against Ayr United at Cappielow.
"We are aware that a male and female were ejected from the stadium during the game.
"To gain further clarity, and identify the individuals, we would ask that any supporters who have any information around this alleged incident, email ceo@gmfc.net.
"Racism has no place in football, or wider society. As a club, we condemn all forms of racism, and any racist behaviour will not be tolerated."