During a pre-season friendly match between Wolves and Como, Daniel Podence was sent off for punching an opponent following alleged racial abuse towards Hwang Hee-chan. Wolves won the game 1-0 but faced controversy as Podence's actions led to a red card. Both clubs, Wolves and Como, released statements condemning racism and discrimination. Wolves will submit a formal complaint to UEFA regarding the incident, emphasizing the need to address racism in football. Despite the unsavory incident, Hwang Hee-chan chose to continue the match, displaying resilience and team unity in the face of adversity.