Overview
- Police arrested a 71-year-old Everton supporter during Monday’s 3-3 draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after reports of abuse aimed at Antoine Semenyo.
- The man has been released on bail with a ban on going within one mile of any designated sports stadium for up to four hours before kick-off, during matches, and four hours after the final whistle.
- Everton said fellow supporters and stewards helped identify the suspect and the club is working with Merseyside Police as the investigation continues.
- Manchester City condemned the abuse of Semenyo and said defender Marc Guehi received “vile” racist posts online after the match, adding the club will support both players.
- Semenyo reported racist abuse earlier this season at Anfield while with Bournemouth, highlighting repeat targeting that clubs and police say they are confronting through zero-tolerance policies and reporting channels.