Refs backed to stop game for racism

Boss Platini also threatens lifetime bans for anyone involved in match-fixing

UEFA reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on racism on Thursday, encouraging referees to halt matches if need be and encouraging teams to denounce racism among fellow players and fans.

UEFA's executive committee said it "recommends and fully supports referees to stop matches in cases of racism and calls on national associations and leagues to do the same," in a resolution drawn up by the Professional Football Strategy Council and ratified on Thursday.