A 71-year-old Everton fan has been arrested on suspicion of racially abusing Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo during the Premier League clash with Manchester City at Goodison Park. The incident occurred during the 0-0 draw, with the fan alleged to have directed abusive language at the Cherries striker.
Merseyside Police confirmed the arrest, stating the man remains in custody for questioning. The club has pledged to assist authorities and condemned all forms of discrimination.
Separately, Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi was subjected to racist abuse online after his team's match. Palace issued a statement condemning the abuse and called for stronger action from social media platforms.
Both incidents highlight ongoing challenges in eradicating racism from football, with calls for stricter measures to protect players.
