The HNS statement reads: "Such messages do not belong in Croatian football and should not have a place in Croatian society. It's about behaviour that completely contradicts the fundamental values of sport, mutual respect, tolerance, and unity. Moreover, it causes significant damage to the reputation of Croatian football and the Republic of Croatia, and in this case, also to HNK Hajduk."

The HNS has also condemned the use of fireworks in the Poljudstadion, which temporarily halted the match between Hajduk Split and Ajax. The federation has made it clear that an investigation has been launched to identify the perpetrators.