Rade Bogdanovic apologizes for racist comments during World Cup broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:07 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Rade Bogdanovic, a former striker for Atletico Madrid, issued an apology for racist remarks made during a live World Cup broadcast. While commentating on Belgium and Iran's goalless draw, Bogdanovic commented on black players' concentration and stamina. His statements faced backlash on social media, prompting an apology from both him and the Serbian state broadcaster RTS, which clarified he is not an employee. Bogdanovic returned to the RTS studio for Argentina's 2-0 win against Austria in Group J.
- •Bogdanovic made comments during Belgium's match against Iran.
- •He questioned the stamina of black football players.
- •RTS apologized and clarified Bogdanovic's role as a commentator.
- •Bogdanovic returned for commentary on another World Cup match.
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — TV pundit Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments
- 8:07 PMBBC Football — TV pundit Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments
"Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments he made towards black players during a live World Cup broadcast on Serbian television.
"Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments he made towards black players during a live World Cup broadcast on Serbian television.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 8:07 PMTV pundit Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments
Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments he made towards black players during a live World Cup broadcast on Serbian television.
- BBC FootballJun 22, 2026, 8:07 PMTV pundit Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments
Former Atletico Madrid striker Rade Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments he made towards black players during a live World Cup broadcast on Serbian television.
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