A 47-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of a racially-aggravated public order offence after Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo reported experiencing racial abuse during a match at Anfield. Referee Anthony Taylor halted play in the 29th minute due to the incident. A spectator was ejected, and the Premier League is conducting a full investigation. Chief Inspector Kev Chatterton stated that Merseyside Police is committed to addressing hate crimes and that necessary actions would be pursued against those responsible. Semenyo later scored two goals, but Liverpool went on to win 4-2.
Chief Inspector Kev Chatterton emphasized that Merseyside Police will not tolerate hate crime and will proactively seek football banning orders against those responsible for such incidents.
A spokesperson for Liverpool Football Club stated that the club is aware of the allegation of racist abuse and condemned racism in all forms, affirming it has no place in society or football.
Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo reported being racially abused during the match and later scored two goals, contributing to a dramatic game that ended with Liverpool winning 4-2.
The Premier League announced a full investigation into the racially aggravated public order offence reported by Semenyo during the match.
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