UEFA: Refs can stop matches due to racism

"We are conscious that this kind of phenomenon (racism) does not disappear overnight," Gaillard told a news conference.

"We have clearly emphasised that we will back drastic measures to deal with drastic behaviour. Stopping games is a drastic measure and carries a point penalty for the home team as it is considered a 3-0 loss," Gaillard added.

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