This archive report was first published on 14 July 2021.
July 14, 2021, marked a day of reflection for England's Bukayo Saka, who was subjected to racist abuse on social media after his miss in the Euro 2020 final.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has come out in support of the 19-year-old, describing him as a 'strong character' who will overcome the ordeal.
"He is such a strong character," Arteta told Sky Sports. "He has received a lot of love and support from world football, not only with Arsenal but the national team and the English fans because he doesn't deserve anything like (what) he has been through."
Arteta's comments come as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson held a meeting with social media companies to discuss the issue of online abuse.
"... Hopefully the laws will become stronger. I think we're all going to try and make a strong case out of that," Arteta said. "Hopefully, it can have a big impact because it's the moment to put that right."
