Brisbane Lions condemn fan after Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine cops racial abuse on social media [Video]

A Brisbane Lions fan has had their membership cancelled after racial abuse was directed at Adelaide star Izak Rankine on social media.

The Crows released a statement on Monday supporting the decision, which followed the club’s 11-point loss to the Lions at the Gabba on Sunday.

The Crows labelled the abuse as “a disgusting racial slur” and said it was even more disappointing given it is NAIDOC week, with clubs celebrating Indigenous culture.

Brisbane released their own statement, leading with the words: “Racism is unacceptable. There are no excuses.”

“We condemn the social media comments made towards an Adelaide Crows player during the match last night,” it read.

“They do not reflect the values of our club or our players.

“The comments have been reported to AFL Integrity for further investigation.

“The individual’s membership has been cancelled immediately.”

Crows CEO Tim Silvers said the fan’s actions were totally unacceptable.

“There is no place for racism of any …