"Lancashire Police is also "establishing the facts" around the alleged incident after a complaint was made by a Leeds fan in the away section of the stadium. Mejbri, 22, came on as a substitute in the 83rd minute and was shown a yellow card in injury time for a foul on Gabriel Gudmundsson. It is understood the FA is reviewing the spitting allegation but is yet to launch a full investigation."
"Lancashire Police said it is "aware of an alleged incident involving a Burnley player during the second half of the Premier League game between Burnley and Leeds United at Turf Moor on Saturday". The force added: "We are currently working with Burnley Football Club to establish the facts." Leeds are aware of the allegation but have not commented on it. Burnley, who won the match 2-0, declined to comment."
Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is alleged to have spat at Leeds United supporters during Burnley's 2-0 home win at Turf Moor. Lancashire Police received a complaint from a Leeds fan in the away section and said it is establishing the facts while working with Burnley Football Club. Mejbri, 22, entered as an 83rd-minute substitute and was shown a yellow card in injury time for a foul on Gabriel Gudmundsson. The Football Association is reviewing the spitting allegation but has not launched a full investigation. Leeds are aware of the allegation but have not commented; Burnley declined to comment.
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