Manchester City Stands by Antoine Semenyo After He Faces Further Racial Abuse

Manchester City is providing support to Antoine Semenyo after the player recently revealed he has been subjected to additional racist abuse this season. The 26-year-old forward took to Instagram to share his experience, posting 'It's started again' along with a screenshot of the abusive comment. This incident follows a previous one at the start of the season when Semenyo, then playing for Bournemouth, was racially abused by a supporter during a match against Liverpool, prompting the referee to halt play. The perpetrator, Mark Mogan, was arrested and charged but denied the allegations. A trial is set for April 22. Both the Premier League and the FA have condemned the latest abuse, reaffirming their commitment to combatting racism in football and society at large. They have pledged to work with various stakeholders to address the issue, ensuring that those found guilty face severe consequences, including potential imprisonment, football banning orders, and criminal records. The football community, including Sky Sports, is dedicated to maintaining a hate-free environment, encouraging fans to report any instances of abuse on social media platforms.