Manchester City is providing support to Antoine Semenyo after the player revealed he has been subjected to further racial abuse this season. The 26-year-old Ghana international recently shared a screenshot on his Instagram story of a racist comment he received, stating 'It's started again'. This incident follows a previous case of racial abuse during the season's opening match against Liverpool, where Semenyo reported being targeted by a supporter, prompting referee Anthony Taylor to halt play.
A 47-year-old man, Mark Mogan, was subsequently arrested and charged with a racially aggravated public order offence, with a trial set for April 22. Both the Premier League and the FA have expressed their condemnation of the abuse, reaffirming their commitment to addressing racism in the sport. They have offered support to Semenyo and vowed to work with clubs, law enforcement, and social media companies to combat the issue, ensuring those found guilty face severe consequences, including potential custodial sentences and football banning orders.