Concacaf has launched an investigation into an incident in which LAFC defender Sergi Palencia allegedly used a derogatory term toward Rapids defender Chidozie Awaziem.

"As players, we need to know that these standards are upheld and that we’re protected on the field,” says Chidozie Awaziem.

CONCACAF has opened an investigation into a derogatory comment allegedly made by Los Angeles FC defender Sergi Palencia toward Chidozie Awaziem of the Colorado Rapids during their CONCACAF Champions Cup match on Tuesday night.

CONCACAF has launched an investigation into an incident of alleged hate speech that occured in Los Angeles FC's 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids Tuesday night in the Champions Cup. On the field, Rapids defender Chidozie Awaziem was visibly upset speaking to referee Pierre-Luc Lauziere.