Hollande calls racism victim

Paris - The Frenchman who was the victim of racist abuse by Chelsea football fans on the Paris Metro has received a personal message from President Francois Hollande.

The president took the unusual step of speaking to Souleymane S. on the telephone on Friday to express his sympathy over his ordeal.

"President @fhollande spoke to Souleymane S and offered his support over the odious racial attack he suffered," the Elysee announced on its Twitter account.