UEFA probes racism claims against Lokomotiv Moscow

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European football's governing body UEFA is investigating Lokomotiv Moscow over allegations of "racist behaviour" by fans during the Russians' 2-0 win over Albanians Skenderbeu last week.

Lokomotiv supporters are accused of having "chanted racist, anti Albanian-Kosovar songs" during their Europa League pool clash on October 1, a spokesman told AFP.

The Russians' case will be heard on October 15.

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