After the racist incidents in the European Championship qualifier between Bulgaria and England, the Bulgarian government called for the resignation of Bulgarian Football Federation President Borisslaw Mikhailov. This was stated by Minister of Sport Krassen Kralew in Sofia.
In the 6-0 victory of the English on Monday evening in Sofia, the first half had been interrupted twice. Bulgarian fans had insulted English players racially. In addition, the Hitler salute was shown on the tribune.
British FA chairman Greg Clarke then spoke of "one of the most terrifying nights I've ever seen in football." The FA demanded consequences from the Uefa. The Uefa announced that it wanted to analyze the official match report first.
Resignation claims should come directly from the head of government
Already in the games against Kosovo and the Czech Republic, the Bulgarian viewers were attracted by racist hostility. That's why parts of the grandstand were closed to England.
Until Mikailov's resignation, the government wants to suspend relations with the Football Association (FSO) - the financial benefits should also be set, said Minister of Sport Kralew. The call for resignation to Mikhailov comes directly from the head of government Boiko Borissow, who is considered a football fan.
