"Tonight, homophobic chanting was once again directed at our supporters. This is utterly unacceptable. We acknowledge that Hull City made stadium announcements, confirmed CCTV was being monitored, and that arrests have been made. Action matters. Accountability matters. Consequences matter. But let us be clear, the fact that this chant is still being heard in 2026 is a stain on our game."
"any chanting of a homophobic, racist or discriminatory nature is entirely unacceptable and will not be tolerated"
"Any supporter found engaging in such behaviour will face serious consequences, including immediate ejection from the stadium, the possibility of a banning order, and potential criminal prosecution."
Homophobic chanting occurred at the FA Cup fourth round match between Hull City and Chelsea at MKM Stadium. Stadium PA warnings told spectators to stop discriminatory chanting and stated that CCTV inside the ground was being monitored. A second-half update confirmed that action had been taken, including arrests, though the club did not confirm numbers. Hull City reiterated that any chanting of a homophobic, racist or discriminatory nature is unacceptable and warned of ejection, banning orders and potential criminal prosecution. Chelsea Pride condemned the chants as a stain on the game. Chelsea won 4-0.
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