Football anti-racism charity, Kick It Out, has condemned Tranmere Rovers striker James Norwood after he appeared 'blacked up' in a picture posted online.

The 26-year-old posted a picture of himself on Instagram dressed as a street salesman before the club's Christmas party.

In the photo, which was later deleted on, Norwood appeared with his arms and face with black paint along with the caption "great Xmas do with the boys.. level - fancy dress - completed.”

Norwood, who has scored nine times so far this season, initially denied the outfit was offensive, replying to tweets criticising him.