Majority of readers think there should be an Government inquiry into racism in football

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has called for anyone found to have subjected him to racist abuse to be swiftly punished. Picture by Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Germany defender Rudiger reported being the subject of monkey chants during the match against Spurs, the latest in a series of incidents at all levels of the game this season, and has led to the Professional Footballers' Association calling for a government-led inquiry.

Downing Street said that there remains work to be done by the football authorities to stamp out racism, but did not rule out "taking further steps if required".

We asked readers if they think the Government should open an investigation into racism in football.

And 71% of votes by 446 said believe an inquiry should be launched.

Here’s what readers had to say:

Karl Allison, said: “This is not just happening in the UK, it is world wide and has always been a problem in football.Being blind and saying it is down to the government like some comments suggest, is just trying to ignore the actual truth behind the beautiful game. It has been happening for as long as I can remember during football matches, League or international.”

Michael Jones said: “Why the government? The football league has more than enough money to sort out their own house.”

Simon Keenan said: “You cannot change generations of minds, it's wrong to do but impossible to stop.”

Darrell Popeye Mckeith said: “It’s the FA’s job. There is no point for the government to get involved and waste money when there are already guidelines in place.”