Suspicion over age of Black footballers persists in Europe

Black footballers, such as Yan Diomandé, are frequently accused of lying about their age.

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This suspicion also affects players born in Europe, reflecting a colonial and racist legacy.

While fraud has occurred, the phenomenon extends far beyond isolated cases.

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